Olympus DS-5500 digital audio recorders
CPSC Recall #15-029 — November 19, 2014
Product
Olympus DS-5500 digital audio recorders
Description
The DS-5500 recorders can overheat when they are charging.
Hazard
The recalled recorders can overheat when charging, posing a burn hazard to consumers and property.
Incidents / Injuries
Olympus has received three reports of the recorders overheating. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
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.
Units Affected
About 500
Sold At
Camera and electronics stores and mass merchandisers nationwide from February 2014 through June 2014 for about $450.
Manufactured In
China