Sony VAIO AC Adapters – shock hazard (2009)
Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
Sony VAIO Computer AC Adapters
Brand
Sony Electronics Inc. of San Diego, Calif.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in CPSC notice. Check official source for details.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Sony Electronics Inc. of San Diego, Calif. is recalling Sony VAIO Computer AC Adapters. The hazard is: Insulation inside the AC adapter can fail over time, posing an electrical shock hazard to consumers.. Based on CPSC recall notice.
Summary derived from CPSC notice
The following details were not provided by CPSC: UPC codes.
Reason for Recall
As stated by CPSC
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
Reported concern (CPSC)
Insulation inside the AC adapter can fail over time, posing an electrical shock hazard to consumers.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
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.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) directly.
View official CPSC recall noticePage updated: Jan 6, 2026