The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·15186·Announced 2015-07-15

Olympus Recalls VG 170 Digital Cameras Due to Electric Shock Hazard

Olympus is recalling about 1,200 VG 170 digital cameras sold at HHGregg because an improperly installed part poses an electric shock risk. No injuries have been reported.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (electric shock) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the High severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

Olympus America Inc. is recalling about 1,200 Olympus VG 170 Digital Point-and-Shoot Cameras. The recall is due to a hazard where an improperly installed part can touch the camera's circuit board, posing an electric shock risk to the user. The cameras were sold exclusively at HHGregg Appliance Inc. stores and online from September 2013 to December 2014 for about $120.

The affected cameras measure about 4 x 2.5 x 1 inches, weigh 5.1 ounces, and are available in white, black, or red. "VG 170" is printed on the top of the camera, opposite the shutter button. "Olympus" is printed on the upper right corner of the front, and "5 X Wide" is printed on the lower left corner. The camera features a 3-inch digital LCD screen on the back. The cameras were manufactured in China.

No incidents of injury have been reported in the United States. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled digital camera and contact Olympus for a free inspection and repair. Olympus can be reached at (800) 622-6372 from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.getolympus.com by clicking on "Support by Product" under "Support".

The recalled product

Product
Olympus VG 170 Digital Cameras
Manufacturer
Olympus America Inc., of Center Valley, Pa.
Category
Consumer Product — Cameras & Camcorders
Hazard
Affected units
1,200

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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