October 15, 2008
Fujifilm is recalling about 5,300 BC-50 battery chargers. The plastic portion of the units power plug can crack or detach, posing an electrical shock hazard to consumers.
The recalled BC-50 battery chargers were included with the Fujifilm FinePix F100fd digital cameras and are identified by the production lot codes WCAA and WCAB, which can be located on the back of the battery charger unit, in the lower, right-hand corner.
The battery chargers were also sold separately as an optional accessory for the FinePix F100fd and F50fd digital cameras and have production lot codes of WBAD and WFBA. Battery chargers packaged with the Fujifilm Finepix F50d digital cameras are not included in the recall.
Camera and photo supply retailers nationwide sold the chargers, which were made in China, from March 2008 through September 2008 for about $60.
Consumers should stop using the recalled battery chargers immediately and contact the firm for a free replacement charger.
For additional information, contact Fujifilm at (800) 800-3854 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firms Web site at www.fujifilmusa.com.
The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
