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Last post 09-05-2008 1:15 AM by ooga. 3 replies.
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  • 09-04-2008 9:42 AM

    Sony Vaio - Recalls

    here is the link

     

    Sony recalls laptops for possible overheating

    Recall: 19 models in the Vaio TZ series manufactured May 2007 — July 2008

    TOKYO - Sony Corp. is recalling 440,000 Vaio laptop computers worldwide because of a wiring flaw that could cause overheating.

    Sony said Thursday the recall involves 19 models in the Vaio TZ series manufactured between May 2007 and July 2008.

    The Tokyo-based consumer electronics company said improperly placed wires near the hinge connecting the body of the laptop and its display could wear quickly, causing a short circuit and overheating. A flaw in a circuit board inside the display could also overheat its rim.

    Sony has received 209 reports of overheating worldwide, including seven cases in which people received minor burns.

    The laptop problem comes two years after Sony had to engage in massive recalls of laptop batteries, which also caused overheating or even burst into flames.

     



  • 09-04-2008 6:52 PM In reply to

    Re: Sony Vaio - Recalls

    haha, sony gets an epic failure. spontanius combustion 4tl  



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  • 09-05-2008 12:19 AM In reply to

    • Vineya
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    Re: Sony Vaio - Recalls

     My housemate fell asleep with his laptop on his bare legs (pron? I think so....) and woke up with mild burns.

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  • 09-05-2008 1:15 AM In reply to

    • ooga
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    Re: Sony Vaio - Recalls

     my laptop isnt one of those brands and i wasnt paying attention and i have a burn on my leg

    burnt through shorts

     

    covering the vent=bad

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