CPSC2003-09-25
CPSC, Sony Electronics Inc. Announce Recall of Certain VAIO Notebook Computers
Sony Corp., of Tokyo, Japan
Hazard
Users could receive a mild electric shock, when the recalled computers are connected to a phone line and the phone rings.
Remedy
Consumers with VAIO notebooks included in the recall should disconnect their modem from the phone line immediately, and contact Sony to arrange for a free repair. Sony also will extend the current limited warranty for repaired products to 2 years from date of original purchase.
Sold at
Electronic and computer stores nationwide, from June 2003 through July 2003, for about $1,500.
Affected count
About 5,600
Injuries reported
None reported.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Sony VAIO notebook computers
Consumer contact
Call Sony at (800) 880-9743 anytime or visit their website at www.sony.com/pcsupport
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2003/CPSC-Sony-Electronics-Inc-Announce-Recall-of-Certain-VAIO-Notebook-ComputersDon't want to check this manually?
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