Personal computers
CPSC Recall #14-220 — July 1, 2014
Product
Personal computers
Description
The computers' lithium-ion batteries can overheat.
Hazard
The computers' lithium-ion batteries can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards.
Incidents / Injuries
Sony is aware of four incidents, which occurred in Asia, of computers overheating, resulting in units smoking, catching on fire and melting. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled personal computers, shut it down and unplug it; and contact Sony for instructions on how to arrange for an inspection free of charge to the consumer and a free repair or full refund of the computer's purchase price.
Units Affected
About 680
Sold At
Sony retail stores nationwide and online at www.store.sony.com from February 2014 to April 2014 for about $800.
Manufactured In
China