CPSC, Sony Electronics Inc. Announce Recall of Certain VAIO Notebook Computers
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2003-09-25 · 03197
Hazards
Users could receive a mild electric shock, when the recalled computers are connected to a phone line and the phone rings.
Recall
Number
03197
Date
2003-09-25
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Sony VAIO notebook computers
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Sony Corp., of Tokyo, Japan
Retailer(s)
Electronic and computer stores nationwide, from June 2003 through July 2003, for about $1,500.
Country of manufacture
China
Description
Only Sony VAIO notebook computers with model numbers PCG-FRV25 or PCG-FRV27 sold from June through July 2003 are part of the recall. These computers will have slow modem speeds, generally below 24K, while using the notebook's AC adapter. Consumers unsure of their modem speed can check it at the Sony PC support Web site: www.sony.com/pcsupport. Sony previously announced this recall on July 10, 2003