September 5, 2006
Olympus is adding two camera models to a March recall intended to address a defect in the flash circuit. The defect can cause the camera to smoke and overheat when it is turned on.
The additional models bring the total recall to about 1.2 million cameras.
Olympus Imaging America Inc. has received 21 reports of camera or flash circuitry overheating in the U.S. with no reports of injuries.
The original recall announced March 14, 2006 included the Infinity Twin, AF-1 Twin, Infinity Zoom 200 series, AZ 200 series, and Quantary Infinity Zoom 222 Olympus-brand 35mm film cameras. Olympus has now added the Infinity Zoom 76 and the Promaster Infinity Twin model cameras to the recall. The model name is printed on the face of the camera. These cameras have a built-in flash.
The cameras were sold at department, electronic and camera stores, and mail-order retailers nationwide from January 1989 through December 1995 for between $220 and $365.
Consumers should stop using these cameras and contact Olympus for information on receiving a free repair or, if necessary, replacement.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Olympus at (800) 480-1247 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or go to the firm's Web site at www.olympusamerica.com.
The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
