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CPSC, Nikon Inc. Announce Recall to Replace Rechargeable Battery Packs Sold with Digital SLR Cameras

U.S. CPSCBurnsNov 8, 2005
Recalled Battery Pack
Recalled Battery Pack
Camera using Recalled Battery Pack
Camera using Recalled Battery Pack
Camera using Recalled Battery Pack
Camera using Recalled Battery Pack
Camera using Recalled Battery Pack
Camera using Recalled Battery Pack

Photos from the official notice: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission · image rights

Hazard

These battery packs can short circuit, causing them to overheat and possibly melt, posing a burn hazard to consumers.

Remedy

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.

Incidents & injuries

Nikon has confirmed four reports of incidents of the problem worldwide, with no reports of injuries.

Product description

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.

Sold on

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.

Contact the company

For additional information, contact Nikon Inc. Customer Service at (800) 645-6678 anytime, or access Nikon's Web site at www.nikonusa.com

What should I do?

Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.

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