CPSC2012-08-14
Canon Recalls for Repair EOS Rebel T4i Digital Cameras Due to Risk of Allergic Reaction
Canon U.S.A., Inc., of Lake Success, N.Y.
Hazard
A chemical used in the camera's rubber grips can result in a reaction that changes the grips from black to white and poses a risk of skin irritation to the consumer.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled cameras and contact Canon U.S.A. to have replacement rubber grips installed free of charge.
Sold at
B&H Photo, Best Buy and camera and mass merchandise stores nationwide and Amazon.com and other online retailers between June 2012 and July 2012 for between $850 and $1,200.
Affected count
About 68,200
Injuries reported
Canon U.S.A., Inc. has received one report of a consumer who developed a minor rash after contact with a surface where the camera had been.
Manufactured in
Japan
Remedy type
Replace
Products
EOS Rebel T4i Digital SLR Cameras
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact the firm toll-free at (855) 902-3277 between 8 a.m. to midnight ET Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET Saturday, or visit the firm's website at www.usa.canon.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2012/Canon-Recalls-for-Repair-EOS-Rebel-T4i-Digital-Cameras-Due-to-Risk-of-Allergic-Reaction1Don't want to check this manually?
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