Canon Recalls for Repair Wireless File Transmitter Due to Risk of Allergic Reaction
Recall 13076 · Dec 19, 2012 · Canon
500
units affected
500
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 13076
- Date
- Dec 19, 2012
- Company
- Canon
- Units affected
- 500
- Product
- WFT-E7A Wireless File Transmitter
- Product type
- Computer Equipment
- Remedy
- Repair
- Hazard
- Poisoning
The product
This recall involves Canon WFT-E7A wireless file transmitters, which allow photographers to transfer image data securely without the use of cables and wires. The transmitters are black, 5.3 inches wide, 1.2 inches tall and 2.4 inches deep and weigh 5.8 ounces. The Canon logo, the words "Wireless File Transmitter" and a rubberized cover are on the top of the transmitter. A digital access port and an Ethernet access port are on one side of the unit and a battery compartment is on the opposite side. An LCD panel and a power switch are on the back of the transmitter and a tripod screw hole is in the center of the unit. The first two digits of the serial number of recalled units are "03" through "06" and the fifth digit is "1." Serial numbers are on a gray metallic plate on the bottom of the unit.
What can happen
A chemical used in the rubber part on the top cover of the product can result in a reaction that changes the rubber from black to white and poses a risk of skin irritation to the consumer.
The fix
Consumers should immediately stop using the transmitter and contact Canon U.S.A. for a free repair.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- No reported cases.
- Sold at
- B&H Photo, Best Buy and camera and mass merchandise stores nationwide and Amazon.com and other online retailers from May 2012 through October 2012 for about $850.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled wft-e7a wireless file transmitter?
Consumers should immediately stop using the transmitter and contact Canon U.S.A. for a free repair.
What is the hazard?
A chemical used in the rubber part on the top cover of the product can result in a reaction that changes the rubber from black to white and poses a risk of skin irritation to the consumer.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.