CPSC Recall in 2012: Canon Recalls for Repair Wireless File Transmitter Due to Risk of Allergic Reaction

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 13-076

Date: December 18, 2012

Product Name: WFT-E7AWireless File Transmitter

Recall Description:

A chemical used in the rubber on the top cover of the WFT-E7A transmitter poses a risk of skin irritation.

Hazard Description:

A chemical used in the rubber part on the top cover of the product can result in a reaction that changes the rubber from black to white and poses a risk of skin irritation to the consumer.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Repair

Units: About 500

Incidents:

No reported cases.

Sold At:

B&H Photo, Best Buy and camera and mass merchandise stores nationwide and Amazon.com and other online retailers from May 2012 through October 2012 for about $850.

Manufactured In:

Japan