CPSC2014-03-06
Canon Recalls to Repair PowerShot SX50 HS Digital Cameras
Miyazaki Daishin Canon Inc., of Miyazaki, Japan
Hazard
A chemical used in the rubber part of the viewfinders on the camera can cause skin or eye irritation or an allergic reaction to the user.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled cameras and contact Canon to arrange a free repair.
Sold at
Camera and mass merchandise retailers nationwide including OfficeMax, Sam's Club, Staples, Target and Walmart and on various websites including Amazon.com, Best Buy.com and BHPhotoVideo.com from October 2013 through January 2014 for about $430.
Affected count
About 14,000
Injuries reported
Canon has received one report of itching and two reports of eye redness and pain.
Manufactured in
Japan
Remedy type
Repair
Products
Canon PowerShot SX50 HS Digital Cameras
Consumer contact
Canon Customer Support Center toll-free at (855) 226-3277 between 10 a.m. and 10 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.usa.canon.com and click on Recalled for Repair for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2014/Canon-Recalls-to-Repair-PowerShot-SX50-HS-Digital-CamerasDon't want to check this manually?
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