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CPSC, Chargetek Announce Recall of Battery Chargers

Recall 02-250 · September 12, 2002 · Chargetek

What to doConsumers should stop using and disconnect the AC power and the batteries from the chargers immediately. To arrange for a free replacement, consumers should contact Chargetek.

Read the official CPSC notice

Recall at a glance

Recall number
02-250 (CPSC)
Recall date
September 12, 2002
Brand
Chargetek
Category
Power banks, chargers and batteries
Products
Battery Chargers
Hazard
Fire and burn hazard
Hazard type
Fire and burn
Units
About 200
Made in
United States
Last updated by CPSC
October 15, 2025

What was recalled

The chargers were made in the USA and the words "Chargetek CT2000" are printed across the front of the charger's black housing. Indicator lights for charge mode, battery polarity and charge current are also located on the front. Wires for the AC power and three batteries extend from the bottom of the unit. Only models with a serial number in the range of 030260 to 030603 and/or a day code between "Jan 01 2001" and "June 30 2002" are included in the recall. The serial number is written on the top of the charger and the day code is stamped on the bottom.

Is my product affected?

Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.

  • Battery Chargers · About 200 units

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Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: Specialty product dealers sold these chargers nationwide, from January 2001 to June 2002, for between $220 and $260.; Chargetek Inc., of Oxnard, Calif..

Injuries or incidents reported

Chargetek has received three reports of fires involving the CT- 2000. The fires were contained to the charger with minor soot damage to nearby materials. No injuries have been reported.

Consumer contact

Consumers should contact Chargetek at (888) 453-4135 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday. For more information, consumers can visit the firm's web site at www.chargetek.com

Recall history and context

Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 109 recalls in the power banks, chargers and batteries category, 20 recalls of them in the past 12 months.

Frequently asked questions

What was recalled?

Battery Chargers (About 200 units). The chargers were made in the USA and the words "Chargetek CT2000" are printed across the front of the charger's black housing.

Why was it recalled?

CPSC lists the reason as: Fire and burn hazard.

What should I do if I own one?

Consumers should stop using and disconnect the AC power and the batteries from the chargers immediately. To arrange for a free replacement, consumers should contact Chargetek.

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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on October 15, 2025. Details can change; the official notice is the authority. If your product may be recalled, stop and read the notice before deciding what to do. Terms and disclaimer.