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Olympus Recalls Digital Audio Recorders Due to Burn Hazard

Reported: November 19, 2014 Initiated: November 19, 2014 #15029

Product Description

This recall involves Olympus digital audio recorders with model number DS-5500. The recorders are black, measure about 4.5 inches tall by 1.9 inches wide by .67 inches thick. "Olympus" and "Digital Voice Recorder DS-5500" are printed on the front of the recorder. The recorder has three smart buttons, slide switches, edit functions, 2 GB of memory, an external SD card slot and a 1.7-inch LCD display on the front.

Reason for Recall

The recalled recorders can overheat when charging, posing a burn hazard to consumers and property.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the recorders immediately and contact Olympus, or the retailer where the recorder was purchased, to receive a full refund, free repair or a free replacement recorder.

Details

Units Affected
About 500
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2015/Olympus-Recalls-Digital-Audio-Recorders

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
This recall involves Olympus digital audio recorders with model number DS-5500. The recorders are black, measure about 4.5 inches tall by 1.9 inches wide by .67 inches thick. "Olympus" and "Digital Voice Recorder DS-5500" are printed on the front of the recorder. The recorder has three smart buttons, slide switches, edit functions, 2 GB of memory, an external SD card slot and a 1.7-inch LCD display on the front.. Recalled by Olympus Imaging America Inc., of Center Valley, Pa.. Units affected: About 500.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The recalled recorders can overheat when charging, posing a burn hazard to consumers and property.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should stop using the recorders immediately and contact Olympus, or the retailer where the recorder was purchased, to receive a full refund, free repair or a free replacement recorder.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on November 19, 2014. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 15029.

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