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Sony Recalls Computer AC Adapters Due to Shock Hazard

Reported: October 28, 2009 Initiated: October 28, 2009 #10027

Product 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

Reason for Recall

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.

Details

Units Affected
About 69,000
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2010/Sony-Recalls-Computer-AC-Adapters-Due-to-Shock-Hazard

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
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. Recalled by Sony Electronics Inc. of San Diego, Calif.. Units affected: About 69,000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
Insulation inside the AC adapter can fail over time, posing an electrical shock hazard to consumers.
What should consumers do? ▼
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.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on October 28, 2009. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 10027.

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