Nikon Recalls Rechargeable Battery Packs Sold with Digital SLR Cameras Due to Burn Hazard
⚠ Critical Alert — Stop Using Immediately
This product has been flagged with severe risks (fire or burn). Stop using it now and contact the brand or CPSC for a refund, repair, or replacement.
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-1088.
This recall involves Nikon EN-EL 15 rechargeable lithium-ion battery packs with lot numbers E and F. The battery pack was sold with the Nikon digital SLR D800 and D7000 model cameras. The battery pack's model number "EN-EL15" and "7.0V 1900mAh 14Wh" are printed on the back of the battery pack. Only battery packs with an "E" or "F" in ninth character of the 14-digit lot number located on the back of the battery pack are included in this recall.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-1088.
Consumers should stop using the recalled battery packs immediately, remove them from the camera and contact Nikon for a free replacement battery pack.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact Camera, Office Supply And Mass Merchandise Stores, In Catalogs And On Various Websites Nationwide. They Were Sold With The Digital Slr Camera In Canada From February 2012 Through March 2012 And In The U.s. From March 2012 Through April 2012 For Between $1,200 And $3,000. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-1088.
For additional information, contact Nikon at (800) 645-6687 between 8 a.m. through 12 midnight ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.nikonusa.com
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Camera, Office Supply And Mass Merchandise Stores, In Catalogs And On Various Websites Nationwide. They Were Sold With The Digital Slr Camera In Canada From February 2012 Through March 2012 And In The U.s. From March 2012 Through April 2012 For Between $1,200 And $3,000. Recall FAQ
Camera, Office Supply And Mass Merchandise Stores, In Catalogs And On Various Websites Nationwide. They Were Sold With The Digital Slr Camera In Canada From February 2012 Through March 2012 And In The U.s. From March 2012 Through April 2012 For Between $1,200 And $3,000. is the subject of a batteries & power recall: Nikon Recalls Rechargeable Battery Packs Sold with Digital SLR Cameras Due to Burn Hazard. The notice was published on July 11, 2012 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 5,100 units are potentially affected.