rramesh Posted April 25, 2013 Share #141 Posted April 25, 2013 Advertisement (gone after registration) It would be nice if Leica could share the serial numbers of those cameras affected. Many collectors in Asia don't actually register their cameras and its only done so after it has been sold to someone else (often several months later). If someone is buying the camera in the resale market it would be good to know this. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Advertisement Posted April 25, 2013 Posted April 25, 2013 Hi rramesh, Take a look here Leica M strap lugs unscrewing (merged). I'm sure you'll find what you were looking for!
andybarton Posted April 25, 2013 Share #142 Posted April 25, 2013 Leica will never do this. They never say exactly how many cameras they have sold. The registration system is there for exactly this kind if reason, so that Leica can communicate with their customers in a direct way. If customers choose not to register, then it's impossible for them to do so. It's in the cusyomer's interest to register. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaapv Posted April 25, 2013 Share #143 Posted April 25, 2013 (please see Jaap's comment above about his long-time loose lugs that reinforces this comment from Leica). Sorry - that was a (possibly lame) joke - my cameras have no loose screws.... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonoslack Posted April 25, 2013 Share #144 Posted April 25, 2013 Sorry - that was a (possibly lame) joke - my cameras have no loose screws.... Hi Jaap I rather appreciated it - like you, I've had loose screws for many many years (and another one comes loose most days). My M is fine on the other hand. I've not had the call yet (444432x) so I guess it's not in serial number order. Seems to me that they're quoting a 24 hour turnaround - it's a great opportunity for them to really boost the reputation of their customer services . . . . or not! all the best Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
lct Posted April 25, 2013 Share #145 Posted April 25, 2013 Sometimes == infrequently I said sometimes in purpose but my dealer has just returned to Solms the M240 assigned to me because of dirts in the viewfinder... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
wlaidlaw Posted April 25, 2013 Share #146 Posted April 25, 2013 I really do have loose screws at the moment - the fixations on my 10 year old total ankle replacement joint have failed. I am actually going to arrange that my M240 goes back to Solms to have the loose screws repaired simultaneously with my going to Basel in Switzerland at the end of May to have the loose screws (and the joint) in my ankle replaced. I will not need a camera while I am in hospital there, nor for the few weeks I am immobile afterwards, so the process will be less of an irritation than it would otherwise have been. Also, it is not exactly as if I am short of other film and digital cameras to use in the meantime. Wilson Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris_tribble Posted April 25, 2013 Share #147 Posted April 25, 2013 Advertisement (gone after registration) B***er - both of mine are affected. Serial numbers start: 46983** 46987** I'll have to stagger the returns and keep a close eye on the lugs in the meantime (they seem to be rock solid at the moment! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris_tribble Posted April 25, 2013 Share #148 Posted April 25, 2013 I really do have loose screws at the moment - the fixations on my 10 year old total ankle replacement joint have failed. I am actually going to arrange that my M240 goes back to Solms to have the loose screws repaired simultaneously with my going to Basel in Switzerland at the end of May to have the loose screws (and the joint) in my ankle replaced. I will not need a camera while I am in hospital there, nor for the few weeks I am immobile afterwards, so the process will be less of an irritation than it would otherwise have been. Also, it is not exactly as if I am short of other film and digital cameras to use in the meantime. Wilson OUCH - I hope you have a quick recovery! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
david perry Posted April 25, 2013 Share #149 Posted April 25, 2013 Likewise mine needs to go back too. Rang Leica helpline this morning and they were the model of courtesy and efficiency, assuring me that they anticipate being able to pick up, repair and return to the UK within a week. It goes off to Solms on Monday. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NeroBianco Posted April 25, 2013 Share #150 Posted April 25, 2013 When I read about this problem I immediately remembered the old story by the Dutch photographer Ed van der Elsken (1925-1990) which he wrote for his wondeful book 'De ontdekking van Japan' (The discovery of Japan). All about a Leica M6 strap eyelet problem. (my own M6 luckely never had a problem) I scanned the original and made a quick rough translation. Just as a historical anecdote because it still is a remarkable tale. And it also shows that times have changed. Leica Customer Service is much much better now ! Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/201872-leica-m-strap-lugs-unscrewing-merged/?do=findComment&comment=2307059'>More sharing options...
furcafe Posted April 25, 2013 Share #151 Posted April 25, 2013 Got my email today. 4699** series affected as well. B***er - both of mine are affected. Serial numbers start: 46983** 46987** I'll have to stagger the returns and keep a close eye on the lugs in the meantime (they seem to be rock solid at the moment! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
dlubis Posted April 25, 2013 Share #152 Posted April 25, 2013 darn, only 3 weeks and mine is being recalled for loose carrying strap eyelets. don't know how long it takes to fix it. serial number is 470****. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
george + Posted April 25, 2013 Share #153 Posted April 25, 2013 This is really unfortunate and my heart goes out for all those effected; the numerous customers, the dealers, Leica people, etc. I hope Leica will arrange for minimum inconvenience, send out prepaid mailers, arrange for pickup, quick scheduled repair, delivery, ready status information and possibly loaners. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
earleygallery Posted April 25, 2013 Share #154 Posted April 25, 2013 The thing is these kind of recalls must cost Leica a fortune. It hits their profits and then they need to raise prices.......... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gpwhite Posted April 25, 2013 Share #155 Posted April 25, 2013 E-mail arrived from Leica saying my M was affected (46999xx, I misplaced the 3 in s/n in earlier msg because one of my mental lugs had loosened). I will ask if I can delay my M's return visit until symptoms are present (or I have decided on second body) and eventually post Leica's response. Also be helpful to learn about turn around time from Leica users whose bodies present with Loose Lug Effect Syndrome... I believe this can be characterized as M-LLESS (which solves Leica's trip up over M240) . Peter Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
marknorton Posted April 25, 2013 Share #156 Posted April 25, 2013 Mine has a low serial no, 44453xx, so will be interesting to see if it is affected. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary Clennan Posted April 25, 2013 Share #157 Posted April 25, 2013 Mine is serial number #44452## and it needs to be returned.... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
marknorton Posted April 25, 2013 Share #158 Posted April 25, 2013 When Leica recalled the M8 in early 2007, there were about 1650 cameras out there IIRC and apart from the modification to the sensor board (change of two components), users were offered 30% off a lens of their choice. I chose the WATE for my first body, the 75mm Summilux for my second and the prices I paid seem ludicrously low by modern standards, lens price inflation has been something else. It seems Leica are just saying sorry this time, does make you wonder whether developing the camera in one place and making it in another is to blame. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnbuckley Posted April 25, 2013 Share #159 Posted April 25, 2013 I can report, if others haven't, how Leica USA are handling this: after you reply to the Leica (Solms) email by contacting Allendale, NJ, they email a UPS label. You take that, and your M, to the local UPS outlet and they box it, insure, and send it off. I'm traveling so can't do this til Monday. But it seems a fair and efficient way of dealing with what is a pain in the neck for all parties. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Salander Posted April 25, 2013 Author Share #160 Posted April 25, 2013 Mine is 46980XX, Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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