Recalls / 2001-05-10
CPSC, Canon U.S.A. Inc. Announce Recall of Fax Machines
01152 · Recalled 2001-05-10 · CPSC page
Description
The recall involves Canon Faxphones with model number B640. "FAXPHONE B640" is written on the front of the machines. The units being recalled have serial numbers UKK52923 to UKK55442, UKK60513 to UKK99999, and YKK02001 to YKK20000. The serial number is printed on a silver label located on the back of the machines.
Hazards
The Faxphones are combination plain-paper copiers and facsimile machines. A component failure can cause the Faxphone to catch on fire.
Reported injuries
Canon U.S.A. received five reports of Faxphones catching on fire and causing damage to the machines. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the Faxphones immediately, and contact Canon U.S.A. Inc. to get a free replacement Faxphone.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Faxphones (combination copiers and facsimile machines) | About 60,000 |
Parties
- Importer
- Canon U.S.A. Inc., of Lake Success, N.Y.
- Sold at
- Electronics, office products, computer sold these machines, from October 1999 through May 200, 1 for, $200.
Consumer contact
For more information, consumers should call Canon at (888) 280-7858 between 8 a.m. and 12 a.m. ET Monday through Friday, and between noon and 8 p.m. ET Saturday, or visit Canon's website at www.cusa.canon.com/consumer
Source: CPSC recall 01152. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.