Olympus Recalls Digital Point-And-Shoot Camera Due to Shock Hazard; Sold Exclusively at HHGregg Appliance
Source: CPSC Recall #15186
Recall Date
2015-07-15
Manufacturer
Olympus America Inc., of Center Valley, Pa.
Units Affected
About 1,200
Products Involved
Olympus VG 170 Digital Cameras
Hazard
An improperly installed part can touch the camera's circuit board, posing an electric shock risk to the user.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled digital camera and contact Olympus for a free inspection and repair.
Reported Injuries
No reported incidents of injury in the United States
Sold At
HHGregg Appliance Inc. stores and online at www.hhgregg.com from September 2013 to December 2014 for about $120.
Manufactured In
China
Full Recall Description
The recall involves the Olympus VG-170 Digital Point-and-Shoot Cameras. The VG-170 measures about 4 x 2.5 x 1 inches, weighs 5.1 ounces and comes in white, black or red. "VG 170" is printed on the top of the camera, on the side opposite the shutter button. "Olympus" is printed on the upper right hand corner of the front of the camera, "5 X Wide" is printed on lower left hand corner of the front of the camera. The camera has a 3-inch digital LCD screen on the back.
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