CPSC2014-07-01
Sony Recalls VAIO Flip PC Laptops Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
Sony Electronics Inc. of San Diego, Calif.
Hazard
The computers' lithium-ion batteries can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled personal computers, shut it down and unplug it; and contact Sony for instructions on how to arrange for an inspection free of charge to the consumer and a free repair or full refund of the computer's purchase price.
Sold at
Sony retail stores nationwide and online at www.store.sony.com from February 2014 to April 2014 for about $800.
Affected count
About 680
Injuries reported
Sony is aware of four incidents, which occurred in Asia, of computers overheating, resulting in units smoking, catching on fire and melting. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Refund
Products
Personal computers
Consumer contact
Sony toll-free at (866)702-7669 anytime or online at www.sony.com and click on the Support tab, then on Electronics and then on Product Support. Once on the Product Support site, click on the Computers and Tablets tab, then on VAIO Laptops and Desktops and scroll down to Product Alerts for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2014/Sony-Recalls-VAIO-Flip-PC-LaptopsDon't want to check this manually?
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