RECALL: Digital SLR Battery Packs for Burn Hazard

Nikon is recalling battery packs sold with digital SLRs, models SLR D800 and D7000. The batteries can short circuit, causing them to overheat, which poses a burn hazard to consumers.

There have been seven reports of incidents outside of the US, and no reports in the US and no injuries have been reported. There are approximately 5,100 battery units in the US.

According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, “This recall involves Nikon EN-EL 15 rechargeable lithium-ion battery packs with lot numbers E and F. … The battery pack's model number "EN-EL15" and "7.0V 1900mAh 14Wh" are printed on the back of the battery pack. Only battery packs with an "E" or "F" in ninth character of the 14-digit lot number located on the back of the battery pack are included in this recall.”

Consumers should stop using the recalled battery packs immediately, remove them from the camera and call Nikon for a free replacement battery pack.

Consumers can contact Nikon at 800-645-6687 between 8 a.m. and midnight Monday through Friday, or visit their website www.nikonusa.com.