CPSC2009-10-28
Sony Recalls Computer AC Adapters Due to Shock Hazard
Sony Electronics Inc. of San Diego, Calif.
Hazard
Insulation inside the AC adapter can fail over time, posing an electrical shock hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should turn off their computer, unplug it and stop using the recalled AC adapters immediately and contact Sony to arrange for a free replacement of the affected AC adapter.
Sold at
The SonyStyle stores and Web site, authorized electronics retailers and authorized business-to-business dealers nationwide from September 2005 through October 2009 for between $900 and $3300 for desktop computers and $250 and $300 for docking stations.
Affected count
About 69,000
Injuries reported
Sony has received four reports of adapters short-circuiting. No incidents occurred in the United States. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Sony VAIO Computer AC Adapters
Consumer contact
For more information, contact Sony toll-free at (877) 361-4481 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at esupport.sony.com/ac19adapter
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2010/Sony-Recalls-Computer-AC-Adapters-Due-to-Shock-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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