Friday, September 5, 2008

Massive launch to recall Sony Vaio

Sony is recalling around 438,000 Vaio TZ series notebooks worldwide that may overheat and cause burns. The problem is cause by irregularly positioned wires near the computers hinge and/or dislodged screw that can cause a short circuit and overheating.

The problem effects the Sony Vaio VGN-TZ100/200/300 and 2000 series. Any of these laptops bought between July 2007 and August 2008 for between £850 and £2000.

Sony has received 15 reports of overheating and 1 person has suffered a minor burn because of the laptop. The company has said it would inspect and repair laptops if needed.

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