Recalls / 2008-10-15

Fujifilm Recalls Battery Chargers Due to Shock Hazard

09013 · Recalled 2008-10-15 · CPSC page

Description

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.

Hazards

The plastic portion of the unit's power plug can crack or detach, posing an electrical shock hazard to consumers.

Reported injuries

None reported.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the recalled battery chargers immediately and contact the firm for a free replacement charger.

Products

Name	Model	Units
BC-50 Battery Chargers		About 5,300

Parties

Importer: Fujifilm U.S.A. Inc., of Valhalla, N.Y.
Made in: China
Sold at: Camera, photo supply retailers nationwide

Consumer contact

For additional information, contact Fujifilm at (800) 800-3854 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.fujifilmusa.com

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Source: CPSC recall 09013. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.