CPSCCPSC · Consumer products·Recall number 03197
Sony VAIO notebook computers
Published June 30, 2025 · Recall initiated: September 25, 2003
What's the hazard
Users could receive a mild electric shock, when the recalled computers are connected to a phone line and the phone rings.
What to do
Consumers with VAIO notebooks included in the recall should disconnect their modem from the phone line immediately, and contact Sony to arrange for a free repair. Sony also will extend the current limited warranty for repaired products to 2 years from date of original purchase.
Recall details
- Brand
- Sony Corp., of Tokyo, Japan
- Manufacturer
- Sony Corp., of Tokyo, Japan
- Distributor
- Electronic and computer stores nationwide, from June 2003 through July 2003, for about $1,500.
- Country
- US
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