Sony Recalls Computer AC Adapters Due to Shock Hazard
Source: CPSC Recall #10027
Recall Date
2009-10-28
Manufacturer
Sony Electronics Inc. of San Diego, Calif.
Units Affected
About 69,000
Products Involved
Sony VAIO Computer AC Adapters
Hazard
Insulation inside the AC adapter can fail over time, posing an electrical shock hazard to consumers.
Remedy
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.
Reported Injuries
Sony has received four reports of adapters short-circuiting. No incidents occurred in the United States. No injuries have been reported.
Sold At
The SonyStyle stores and Web site, authorized electronics retailers and authorized business-to-business dealers nationwide from September 2005 through October 2009 for between $900 and $3300 for desktop computers and $250 and $300 for docking stations.
Manufactured In
China
Full Recall Description
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
Data source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) via SaferProducts.gov.
For the most current recall information, check directly with CPSC or the manufacturer.
Last verified: 2026-03-28