CPSC & Sony announced a recall of VAIO notebook computers!

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CPSC & Sony Electronics Inc. recently announced a recall on certain VAIO notebook computers.

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This question was answered on September 26, 2003. Much of the information contained herein may have changed since posting.

Sony Electronics Inc. recently announced a voluntary recall on a few of their VAIO notebook computers. Approximately 5,600 notebooks have been recalled due to a possible mild electric shock users are susceptible to when connected to a phone line. No injuries have been reported yet. Sony VAIO notebook computers with model numbers PCG-FRV25 or PCG-FRV27 sold from June through July 2003 are part of the recall.

Consumers are urged to contact Sony at:

www.sony.com/pcsupport.

For more information on this recall please go to:

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission

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Posted by Michal of Data Doctors on September 26, 2003