Sony has recalled approximately 680 VAIO Flip PC laptops because the lithium-ion batteries can overheat. There have been four reports of these computers smoking, catching on fire, and melting, which poses a serious risk of fire and burn injuries to users. These affected laptops were sold in silver, black, and pink colors between February 2014 and April 2014. Consumers should immediately stop using these computers, shut them down, and unplug them to prevent potential hazards.
The Panasonic-manufactured lithium-ion batteries in these laptops can overheat and catch fire. Sony is aware of four incidents where the units melted or caught fire, though no injuries have been reported yet.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled personal computers, shut it down and unplug it; and contact Sony for instructions on how to arrange for an inspection free of charge to the consumer and a free repair or full refund of the computer's purchase price.
Recalled Sony VAIO Flip PC
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Sources: CPSC Notice · Raw API Response