Affected models:
KDL-40D3400
KDL-40D3500
KDL-40D3550
KDL-40D3660
KDL-40V3000
KDL-40W3000
KDL-40X3000
KDL-40X3500
Sony is to recall 1.6million of its Bravia brand LCD TVs worldwide after several serious malfunctions involving parts 'melting'.
The 11 incidents took place in Japan, but faulty parts may affect TV sets sold 'around the world'. Forty-inch LCD models have been affected - a list of specific model numbers is below.
AT A GLANCE: IS MY SONY TELEVISION AFFECTED?
The specific model numbers are: KDL-40D3400, KDL-40D3500, KDL-40D3550, KDL-40D3660, KDL-40V3000, KDL-40W3000, KDL-40X3000, KDL-40Z3000.
If you notice any abnormality with your Sony TV such as noise, smell or smoking, Sony advise that you switch it off immediately
Sony's service representative will visit to check your TV and will repair it as promptly as possible if it has the affected component.'
Source :
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sciencetech/article-2048155/Sony-Bravia-recall-list-1-6m-flatscreens-TVs-melt-emit-smoke.html?ito=feeds-newsxml
http://www.geekosystem.com/sony-bravia-recall/