CPSC, Eastman Kodak Company Announce Recall of DC5000-Model Digital Cameras
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2002-09-09). Hazards: electric shock. About 75,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 02246 |
| Published | 2002-09-09 |
| Last updated | 2025-10-14 |
| Product category | Cameras & Accessories |
| Products | DC5000-model Digital Cameras |
| Firm named in the title | Eastman Kodak Company |
| Firms | Eastman Kodak Company, of Rochester, N.Y. (manufacturer) |
| Units (US) | 75,000 |
| Hazard classes | electric shock |
| Remedy classes | repair, inspect, stop use |
| Sold | Department, electronic, computer and camera stores, as well as mail-order and web retailers sold these cameras nationwide, from June 2000 through August 2002, for between $600 and $700. |
Description
These are Kodak DC5000-model cameras. The brand name and model number are written on the front of the camera at the bottom right-hand corner. All DC5000 cameras carry a plate on the bottom of the camera containing the Kodak product identifier reading "KJCAA" followed by an eight-digit serial number. The serial number range is 01800001 through 11700825. This recall includes the DC5000 model only. No other Kodak cameras are affected by this recall.
Hazard
Due to a manufacturing defect, consumers using these cameras can suffer an electrical shock.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the Kodak DC5000 Zoom Digital Camera and contact Kodak. The company will cover the cost of inspection, any necessary repair and shipping to and from Kodak repair centers. To receive a postage-paid mailer to return your camera, or for more information, contact Kodak.
Incidents and injuries
Kodak has received 12 reports, including six in the U.S., of consumers who experienced an electrical shock while changing batteries, or installing or removing the memory card or USB cable. There have been no reports of serious injury.
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