CPSC, Nikon Inc. Announce Recall to Replace Rechargeable Battery Packs Sold with Digital SLR Cameras
⚠ Critical Alert — Stop Using Immediately
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CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-3151.
The recall involves the Nikon rechargeable lithium-ion battery pack with model number EN-EL3, which is written on the side of the battery. The batteries are rated at 7.4V/1400mAh, which also is written on the battery. The battery is included as a power source for Nikon's digital SLR D100, D70, and D50 model cameras. The battery pack was also sold separately.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-3151.
Consumers with battery backs with model number EN-EL3 should contact Nikon's Web site to determine if it is included in the recall. If so, they should stop using it immediately. Nikon will provide a free replacement battery pack.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact Camera, Mass Merchandise, Catalog, Internet, And Office Supply Stores Nationwide From May 2004 Through November 2005, For About $50 For The Battery Only And About $800 To $1500, When Sold With The Digital Slr Camera. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-3151.
For additional information, contact Nikon Inc. Customer Service at (800) 645-6678 anytime, or access Nikon's Web site at www.nikonusa.com
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Camera, Mass Merchandise, Catalog, Internet, And Office Supply Stores Nationwide From May 2004 Through November 2005, For About $50 For The Battery Only And About $800 To $1500, When Sold With The Digital Slr Camera. Recall FAQ
Camera, Mass Merchandise, Catalog, Internet, And Office Supply Stores Nationwide From May 2004 Through November 2005, For About $50 For The Battery Only And About $800 To $1500, When Sold With The Digital Slr Camera. is the subject of an electronics recall: CPSC, Nikon Inc. Announce Recall to Replace Rechargeable Battery Packs Sold with Digital SLR Cameras. The notice was published on November 8, 2005 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 200,000 units are potentially affected.