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Sony Recalls Computer AC Adapters Due to Shock Hazard

Date: October 28, 2009
Company: Sony Electronics Inc. of San Diego, Calif.
Status: Ongoing
Source: CPSC

What You Should Do

Stop using this product immediately. Do not consume, use, or distribute it.

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 Products

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

Why Was This Recalled?

Insulation inside the AC adapter can fail over time, posing an electrical shock hazard to consumers.

Where Was This Sold?

Distribution information not available.

About Sony Electronics Inc. of San Diego, Calif.

Sony Electronics Inc. of San Diego, Calif. has 2 total recalls tracked by RecallDetector.

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Data sourced from the CPSC. Last updated March 26, 2026. View original report