Pentax product recall

Press Release:

Products potentially affected are the K10D Optio A20, Optio T20, Optio W20, Optio S7 and Optio L20. Customers are being asked to check the plug cords of cameras that fit these criteria. To identify a potentially faulty plug cord, customers should check the rear of the three-pin plug cord by holding it by the end with the three pins and turning the pins to face away from them. If the box containing text says Approved BSI KM 45980 they should cease use and contact the Pentax helpline on 0800 2889410 for a replacement cord which will be sent immediately. The helpline will also arrange for the customer to return the recalled cord free of charge.

David Moore, managing director of Pentax U.K. comments, "We apologise for inconvenience caused to our customers whilst we take this precautionary measure. Pentax takes the safety and quality of the products it sells very seriously and it spends a considerable amount of time and effort ensuring that the products it sells meet all relevant regulations and standards."

He continues, "In addition to this, Pentax monitors the performance of the products it has sold very closely to ensure that it identifies and actions any potential issues that may affect their safety, quality or fitness for purpose."

This recall only applies to specific products sold after the 20th November 2006.