The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·16197·Announced 2016-06-15

Sony Recalls VAIO Laptop Battery Packs Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

Sony is recalling Panasonic lithium-ion battery packs for VAIO laptops because they can overheat, posing burn and fire hazards. No injuries have been reported.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (fire and burn hazard) where no injuries have been reported, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Sony Electronics is recalling Panasonic lithium-ion battery packs used in 18 models of Sony VAIO Series laptop computers. The recall involves battery packs with model number VGP-BPS26 and part numbers 1-853-237-11 and 1-853-237-21. These battery packs were installed in laptops sold between February 2013 and October 2013, as well as sold separately for repairs. The recall covers approximately 1,700 units in the United States and 21 units in Canada.

The lithium-ion battery packs can overheat, which poses a risk of burns and fire. No injuries or property damage have been reported in connection with this recall. The battery packs were manufactured by SANYO ENERGY (Suzhou) CO, Ltd. of China, a Panasonic subsidiary.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled battery packs, power off the laptop, and remove the battery. They should contact Sony Electronics to obtain a free replacement. Until a replacement is received, consumers can use the laptop by plugging in the AC power only. For more information, consumers can call Sony Electronics toll-free at 888-476-6988 or visit www.sony.com.

The recalled product

Product
Panasonic battery packs used in Sony Electronics laptop computers
Manufacturer
SANYO ENERGY (Suzhou) CO, Ltd. of China, Panasonic subsidiary
Category
Consumer Product — Laptop Batteries
Hazard
Affected units
1,700

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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