CPSC2006-09-18
Fire Hazard Prompts Canon U.S.A. to Recall Previous Model Desktop Copiers for Repair
Canon Inc., of Japan
Hazard
An improperly fitting electrical connection inside the copiers can cause overheating, smoking and fire.
Remedy
Users should stop using the recalled copiers immediately and contact Canon U.S.A. to receive a free repair.
Sold at
Dealers, national retailers and office supply stores nationwide from January 1987 through December 1999 for between $1,500 and $2,300.
Affected count
About 800,000
Injuries reported
Canon U.S.A. has received six reports of NP1020 model copiers starting to smoke or catching on fire, due to the problem with the electrical connection. No injuries were reported.
Manufactured in
Japan, Thailand
Products
Canon Desktop Copiers
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Canon U.S.A. at (800) 828-4040 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.usa.canon.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2006/Fire-Hazard-Prompts-Canon-USA-to-Recall-Previous-Model-Desktop-Copiers-for-RepairDon't want to check this manually?
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