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Product Recall
Olympus Recalls Digital Point-And-Shoot Camera Due to Shock Hazard; Sold Exclusively at HHGregg Appliance
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Olympus VG 170 Digital Cameras
Recall Date: July 15th, 2015
Type: Cameras & Camcorders
Units: About 1,200
Hazards: An improperly installed part can touch the camera's circuit board, posing an electric shock risk to the user.
Remedies: Repair
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled digital camera and contact Olympus for a free inspection and repair.
Description
The recall involves the Olympus VG-170 Digital Point-and-Shoot Cameras. The VG-170 measures about 4 x 2.5 x 1 inches, weighs 5.1 ounces and comes in white, black or red. “VG 170” is printed on the top of the camera, on the side opposite the shutter button. “Olympus” is printed on the upper right hand corner of the front of the camera,“5 X Wide” is printed on lower left hand corner of the front of the camera. The camera has a 3 inch digital LCD screen on the back.
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Consumer Contact:
Olympus at (800) 622-6372 from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.getolympus.com and click on “Support by Product” under “Support” and information is listed on the right hand side.Injuries:
No reported incidents of injury in the United States
Retailers:
HHGregg Appliance Inc. stores and online at www.hhgregg.com from September 2013 to December 2014 for about $120.
Importers:
Olympus America Inc., of Center Valley, Pa.
