Originally published December 3 2005
Nikon issues recall on unsafe rechargeable battery packs
by Mike Adams, the Health Ranger, NaturalNews Editor
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Division reported that Nikon has recalled rechargeable battery packs with model number EN-EL3 because of its tendency to overheat and melt.
THE US Consumer Product Safety Division said Nikon was voluntary recalling rechargeable battery packs model number EN-EL3.
The batteries can short circuit, overheat and possibly melt.
About 200,000 batteries have been distributed in the US, and around 710,000 worldwide.
The lithium ion battery pack is included as a power source for Nikon digital cameras SLR D100, D70 and D50 cameras, but is also sold separately.
The battery packs made in China shouldn't be used, and customers can go to Nikkon USA to see further instructions.
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