T4I Recall

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2. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
August 14, 2012
Release #12-246


Firm's Recall Hotline: (855) 902-3277
CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908


Canon Recalls for Repair EOS Rebel T4i Digital Cameras Due to Risk of Allergic Reaction


WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.


Name of Product: EOS Rebel T4i Digital SLR Cameras


Units: About 68,200


Importer: Canon U.S.A., Inc., of Lake Success, N.Y.


Hazard: A chemical used in the camera's rubber grips can result in a reaction that changes the grips from black to white and poses a risk of skin irritation to the consumer.


Incidents/Injuries: Canon U.S.A., Inc. has received one report of a consumer who developed a minor rash after contact with a surface where the camera had been.


Description: This recall involves EOS Rebel T4i digital SLR cameras with a 12-digit serial number that contain a second digit that is a "3" or "4" and a sixth digit that is a "1." Serial numbers are printed on the bottom of the camera. The Canon logo and the model name are printed on the front of the camera.


Sold at: B&H Photo, Best Buy and camera and mass merchandise stores nationwide and Amazon.com and other online retailers between June 2012 and July 2012 for between $850 and $1,200.


Manufactured in: Japan


Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled cameras and contact Canon U.S.A. to have replacement rubber grips installed free of charge.


Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact the firm toll-free at (855) 902-3277 between 8 a.m. to midnight ET Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET Saturday, or visit the firm's website at Canon U.S.A., Inc.


To see this recall on CPSC's web site, including a picture of the recalled product, please go to: Canon Recalls for Repair EOS Rebel T4i Digital Cameras Due to Risk of Allergic Reaction






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Thank you.

 

[Derrel]

Sweet!!!! Goes along with the brand-new, defective 40mm f/2.8 pancake lenses Canon has sold!!! Put a tiny bit of pressure on the front of the lens, like putting the lens cap on (not kidding!), or allowing the camera and lens combo to sit inside of a camera bag, and the lens locks up and will no longer autofocus!

 

[belial]

Sweet!!!! Goes along with the brand-new, defective 40mm f/2.8 pancake lenses Canon has sold!!! Put a tiny bit of pressure on the front of the lens, like putting the lens cap on (not kidding!), or allowing the camera and lens combo to sit inside of a camera bag, and the lens locks up and will no longer autofocus!

This makes me sad as I was looking for a good near normal prime for my crop canon. Maybe I'll take my friends advice and just wait till I can afford the 35 1.4 L

 

[o hey tyler]

Sweet!!!! Goes along with the brand-new, defective 40mm f/2.8 pancake lenses Canon has sold!!! Put a tiny bit of pressure on the front of the lens, like putting the lens cap on (not kidding!), or allowing the camera and lens combo to sit inside of a camera bag, and the lens locks up and will no longer autofocus!

This makes me sad as I was looking for a good near normal prime for my crop canon. Maybe I'll take my friends advice and just wait till I can afford the 35 1.4 L

That's a great lens, even on a crop frame camera. Outstanding color reproduction, and sharpness even wide open. I've used both the 35/2 and currently the 35/1.4L and the L glass blows the f/2 out of the water.

 

[belial]

That's a great lens, even on a crop frame camera. Outstanding color reproduction, and sharpness even wide open. I've used both the 35/2 and currently the 35/1.4L and the L glass blows the f/2 out of the water.

The f/2 isn't an option with me. Too old. I dont really want to spend the kind of cash needed for the L at this time but I've decided to wait and only use what I have and not buy any other until I feel comfortable with the expenditure even if I wait a year or two. It'll be cheaper long term this way.

 

[o hey tyler]

That's a great lens, even on a crop frame camera. Outstanding color reproduction, and sharpness even wide open. I've used both the 35/2 and currently the 35/1.4L and the L glass blows the f/2 out of the water.

The f/2 isn't an option with me. Too old. I dont really want to spend the kind of cash needed for the L at this time but I've decided to wait and only use what I have and not buy any other until I feel comfortable with the expenditure even if I wait a year or two. It'll be cheaper long term this way.

You will not be dissatisfied when you get the 35L in your hands.