PlainRecalls
CPSC Moderate Active

Sony Recalls Notebook Computer Batteries Due to Previous Fires

Reported: October 23, 2006 Initiated: October 23, 2006 #07011

Product Description

These lithium-ion batteries were sold with, or sold separately to be used with, the following notebook computer models: Computer Manufacturer Computer Model Battery Model Fujitsu LifeBook: P1510, P1510D, P7120, P7120D, S7020, S7020D, C1320D, Q2010, T4210 CP229720-01, CP229725-01, CP234003-01, CP234019-01, CP255100-01, CP255108-01, CP267910-01, CP267915-01, CP283030-01, CP293420-01 Gateway Gateway: CX200, CX210, E100M, M250, M255, M280, M285, M465, M685, MP8708, NX260, NX510, NX560, NX860, NX100, MX1025, MX6918b, and MX1020j 916C4610F, 916C4720F, 916C4730F, 916C5010F, W230 Sony Sony VAIO: VGN-FE550G, VGN-FE570G, VGN-T240P, VGN-T250, VGN-T250P, VGN-T260P, VGN-T270P, VGN-T340P, VGN-T350, VGN-T350P, VGN-T360P, VGN-T370P VGP-BPS3A, VGP-BPS2B Toshiba Portege: M300, M400/M405, S100/S105 Qosmio: G35 Satellite: R10/R15 Tecra: A2, M3, M4, M5, M6, and S3 PA3191U-4BRS, PA3356U-2BRS, PA3475U-1BRS, PA3191U-5BRS, PA3356U-3BRS, PA3476U-1BRS The battery model can be found on the battery's label.

Reason for Recall

These lithium-ion batteries can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should remove the affected batteries from notebook computers until they contact their computer manufacturer and receive further instructions. Batteries covered by this program will be replaced free of charge. Consumers should use only batteries obtained from their computer manufacturer or from an authorized reseller.

Details

Units Affected
About 340,000 batteries (an additional 3,080,000 battery packs were sold worldwide)
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2007/Sony-Recalls-Notebook-Computer-Batteries-Due-to-Previous-Fires

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
These lithium-ion batteries were sold with, or sold separately to be used with, the following notebook computer models: Computer Manufacturer Computer Model Battery Model Fujitsu LifeBook: P1510, P1510D, P7120, P7120D, S7020, S7020D, C1320D, Q2010, T4210 CP229720-01, CP229725-01, CP234003-01, CP234019-01, CP255100-01, CP255108-01, CP267910-01, CP267915-01, CP283030-01, CP293420-01 Gateway Gateway: CX200, CX210, E100M, M250, M255, M280, M285, M465, M685, MP8708, NX260, NX510, NX560, NX860, NX100, MX1025, MX6918b, and MX1020j 916C4610F, 916C4720F, 916C4730F, 916C5010F, W230 Sony Sony VAIO: VGN-FE550G, VGN-FE570G, VGN-T240P, VGN-T250, VGN-T250P, VGN-T260P, VGN-T270P, VGN-T340P, VGN-T350, VGN-T350P, VGN-T360P, VGN-T370P VGP-BPS3A, VGP-BPS2B Toshiba Portege: M300, M400/M405, S100/S105 Qosmio: G35 Satellite: R10/R15 Tecra: A2, M3, M4, M5, M6, and S3 PA3191U-4BRS, PA3356U-2BRS, PA3475U-1BRS, PA3191U-5BRS, PA3356U-3BRS, PA3476U-1BRS The battery model can be found on the battery's label.. Recalled by Sony Energy Devices Corp., of Japan. Units affected: About 340,000 batteries (an additional 3,080,000 battery packs were sold worldwide).
Why was this product recalled? ▼
These lithium-ion batteries can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should remove the affected batteries from notebook computers until they contact their computer manufacturer and receive further instructions. Batteries covered by this program will be replaced free of charge. Consumers should use only batteries obtained from their computer manufacturer or from an authorized reseller.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on October 23, 2006. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 07011.

Related Recalls

CPSC Moderate

LShome Photoelectric Smoke Detector Fire Alarms Recalled Due Failure to Warn During Fire Posing Serious Injury or Death…

TIANJINSHIHAOWEIXINSHENGJIDIANANZHUANGGONGCHENG, of China · 2026-02-12
CPSC Moderate

Energizer Recalls Rechargeable Lanterns Due to Overheating

· 2026-01-15
CPSC Moderate

Belkin Recalls Portable Power Banks and Wireless Charging Stands Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

Belkin International Inc., of El Segundo, California · 2025-11-13
CPSC Moderate

Tesla Recalls Powerwall 2 AC Battery Power Systems Due to Fire and Burn Hazards; Risk of Serious Injury or Death

Tesla, Inc., of Reno, Nevada · 2025-11-13
CPSC Moderate

ESR HaloLock Wireless Power Banks Recall Expanded to Include Additional Model Due to Risk of Serious Burn Injury and Fi…

Waymeet Limited, of Hong Kong · 2025-10-09

Explore Related Data

Vehicle Safety → Drug Information →