Sony VAIO Computer AC Adapters
Class II - ModerateWhat Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: (About 69,000)
- Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
- Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
- Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.
Recall Details
- Company:
- Sony Electronics Inc. of San Diego, Calif.
- Reason for Recall:
- Insulation inside the AC adapter can fail over time, posing an electrical shock hazard to consumers.
- Classification:
- Class II - Moderate
Products that might cause a temporary health problem, or pose a slight threat of a serious nature.
- Status:
- ongoing
- 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.
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Product Information
Full Description:
The recalled AC adapter model is the Sony VGP-AC19V17, which was supplied for use with the following Sony products: Product Types Using the AC Adapters Product Models Using the AC Adapters All-in-one VAIO Desktop Computers VGC-LT series and VGC-JS2 series VAIO Docking Stations VGP-PRBX1 and VGP-PRFE1
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
(About 69,000)
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official CPSC source:
View on CPSC.govCPSC Recall Number: 10027
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