Sony Recalls Computer AC Adapters Due to Shock Hazard

Active Recall Announced October 28, 2009 CPSC #10027

Quick answer

Sony Recalls Computer AC Adapters Due to Shock Hazard is CPSC recall #10027, announced on October 28, 2009. The CPSC cites the following hazard: 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 The remedy is 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.. Affected brand: Sony Electronics Inc. of San Diego, Calif..

Hazard

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

Affected products

Sony VAIO Computer AC Adapters

Recalled brands

Sony Electronics Inc. of San Diego, Calif.

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.

Recall date

October 28, 2009

Categories

Adapter/Power Supply/Charger/Battery

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #10027?

CPSC recall #10027 covers Sony Recalls Computer AC Adapters Due to Shock Hazard, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on October 28, 2009. The CPSC cites the following hazard: 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

What is the remedy for recall #10027?

The CPSC remedy for recall #10027 is 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.. 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 Computer AC Adapters Due to Shock Hazard 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/2010/Sony-Recalls-Computer-AC-Adapters-Due-to-Shock-Hazard. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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