CPSCJune 30, 2010consumer

Sony Recalls VAIO Laptop Computers Due to Burn Hazard

Official recall recorded by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

Recalled product: Sony Recalls VAIO Laptop Computers Due to Burn Hazard

The hazard

The computers can overheat, posing a burn hazard to the consumer.

What to do

Consumers should immediately go to http://esupport.sony.com/US/f1cw2update for instructions on how to update the computer's BIOS firmware. Consumers can also call Sony or visit Sony Style retail stores nationwide for help with installing the update. This firmware will prevent the computer from overheating. The firmware update will also be available through the VAIO Update software program installed on the recalled computers. A prompt will appear when users log on.

Brands named

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