Olympus Recalls Digital Point-And-Shoot Camera Due to Shock Hazard; Sold Exclusively at HHGregg Appliance

Recall date

July 15, 2015

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Recall number

15186

Sold / distributed

HHGregg Appliance Inc. stores and online at www.hhgregg.com from September 2013 to December 2014 for about $120.

Why it was recalled

An improperly installed part can touch the camera's circuit board, posing an electric shock risk to the user.

What was recalled

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.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled digital camera and contact Olympus for a free inspection and repair.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.