Fire Hazard Prompts Canon U.S.A. to Recall Previous Model Desktop Copiers for Repair
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2006-09-18 · 06259
Hazards
An improperly fitting electrical connection inside the copiers can cause overheating, smoking and fire.
Recall
Number
06259
Date
2006-09-18
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Canon Desktop Copiers
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Canon Inc., of Japan
Retailer(s)
Dealers, national retailers and office supply stores nationwide from January 1987 through December 1999 for between $1,500 and $2,300.
Importer(s)
Canon U.S.A. Inc., of Lake Success, N.Y.
Country of manufacture
Japan; Thailand
Description
The repair recall includes only the following model Canon copiers: PC6, PC6RE, PC65, PC7, PC7RE, PC8, PC11, PC11RE, PC12, NP1010 and NP1020. The model number is on the front panel of the unit. The recalled copiers were manufactured between 1987 and 1998.