Sony Recalls Notebook Computer Batteries Due to Previous Fires

Active Recall Announced October 23, 2006 CPSC #07011

Quick answer

Sony Recalls Notebook Computer Batteries Due to Previous Fires is CPSC recall #07011, announced on October 23, 2006. The CPSC cites the following hazard: 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. The remedy is 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.. Affected brand: Sony Energy Devices Corp..

Hazard

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.

Affected products

Rechargeable lithium-ion batteries containing Sony cells used in Fujitsu Computer Systems Corporation, Gateway Inc., Sony Electronics Inc., and Toshiba America Information Systems Inc. notebook computers

Recalled brands

Sony Energy Devices Corp.

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.

Recall date

October 23, 2006

Categories

Adapter/Power Supply/Charger/Battery

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #07011?

CPSC recall #07011 covers Sony Recalls Notebook Computer Batteries Due to Previous Fires, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on October 23, 2006. The CPSC cites the following hazard: 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.

What is the remedy for recall #07011?

The CPSC remedy for recall #07011 is 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.. Consumers should stop using the product and follow the instructions in the official CPSC notice.

I sell this product on Shopify. What do I need to do?

If you sell Sony Recalls Notebook Computer Batteries Due to Previous Fires on Shopify, stop selling the affected units immediately, notify customers who purchased them, and consider whether you have a Section 15(b) reporting obligation to the CPSC. RecallDocket helps Shopify merchants identify affected SKUs and prepare the required safety report.

Where is the official CPSC notice for this recall?

The primary source is the official CPSC notice at https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2007/Sony-Recalls-Notebook-Computer-Batteries-Due-to-Previous-Fires. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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