CPSC recall · Reported June 15, 2016
Sony Recalls VAIO Laptop Computer Battery Packs Due to Burn and Fire Hazards
The lithium-ion battery packs can overheat, posing burn and fire hazards.
Sanyo Energy (Suzhou) CO, Ltd. of China, Panasonic subsidiary recalled This recall involves Panasonic lithium-ion battery packs installed in 18 models of Sony's….
Sony Recalls VAIO Laptop Computer Battery Packs Due to Burn and Fire Hazards was recalled by Sanyo Energy (Suzhou) CO, Ltd. of China, Panasonic subsidiary in June 15, 2016. Reason: The lithium-ion battery packs can overheat, posing burn and fire hazards.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled battery packs, power off the laptop,…. Verify recall #16197 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Sanyo Energy (Suzhou) CO, Ltd. of China, Panasonic subsidiary issued this CPSC recall-The lithium-ion battery packs can overheat, posing burn and fire hazards..
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- agency class
- June 15, 2016
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #16197 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
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Product description
This recall involves Panasonic lithium-ion battery packs installed in 18 models of Sony's VAIO Series laptop computers. The Panasonic battery packs were also sold separately and installed by Sony as part of repairs. Panasonic battery packs included in this recall have model number VGP-BPS26 and part numbers 1-853-237-11 and 1-853-237-21. Panasonic battery pack model and part numbers are printed on the back of the battery pack. Recalled model numbers for the Sony VAIO Series laptop computers are: Sony VAIO Series laptop computer model numbers SVE15132CXW SVE1513KCXS SVE15134CXP SVE1513MCXB SVE15134CXS SVE1513MCXW SVE15134CXW SVE1513MPXS SVE15135CXW SVE1513RCXB SVE151390X SVE1513RCXS SVE1513APXS SVE1513RCXW SVE1513BCXS SVE1513TCXW SVE1513JCXW SVE171390X
Reason for recall
The lithium-ion battery packs can overheat, posing burn and fire hazards.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled battery packs, power off the laptop, remove the battery and follow instructions to obtain a free replacement. Until a replacement battery pack is received, consumers can use the laptop by plugging in the AC power only.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 16197 |
| Date reported | June 15, 2016 |
| Date initiated | June 15, 2016 |
| Recalling firm | Sanyo Energy (Suzhou) CO, Ltd. of China, Panasonic subsidiary |
| Affected scope | About 1,700 (in addition, 21 were sold in Canada) |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled battery packs, power off the laptop, remove the battery and follow instructi…
- Check the recall number (16197) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
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