Olympus Expands March Recall of Overheating Infinity Film Cameras
Source: CPSC Recall #06250
Recall Date
2006-09-05
Manufacturer
Olympus Imaging America Inc., of Center Valley, Pa.
Units Affected
About 1.2 million (24,000 additional cameras)
Products Involved
Various Olympus-Brand 35mm Film Cameras
Hazard
A defect with the flash circuit in these cameras can cause it to smoke and overheat, when the camera is turned on. This poses a possible burn hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these cameras and contact Olympus for information on receiving a free repair or, if necessary, replacement.
Reported Injuries
Olympus Imaging America Inc. has received 21 reports of camera or flash circuitry overheating in the U.S., with no reports of injuries.
Sold At
Department, electronic and camera stores, and mail-order retailers nationwide from January 1989 through December 1995 for between $220 and $365.
Manufactured In
Japan
Full Recall Description
The original recall (announced March 14, 2006) included the Infinity Twin, AF-1 Twin, Infinity Zoom 200 series, AZ 200 series, and Quantary Infinity Zoom 222 Olympus-brand 35mm film cameras. Olympus has now added the Infinity Zoom 76 and the Promaster Infinity Twin model cameras to the recall. The model name is printed on the face of the camera. These cameras have a built-in flash.
Data source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) via SaferProducts.gov.
For the most current recall information, check directly with CPSC or the manufacturer.
Last verified: 2026-03-28