CPSC recall 02-250, announced September 12, 2002, covers Chargetek Battery Chargers (about 200 units). A manufacturing defect inside the charger can cause overheating of internal connections or external wiring, presenting a fire hazard. The notice cites 3 incident reports. Consumers should stop using and disconnect the AC power and the batteries from the chargers immediately. Recall contact: call (888) 453-4135, or go to www.chargetek.com.
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Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
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.
Which products are included?
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.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhat to look for
- Also in the notice
- Serial numbers. Compare these as well.
- When sold
- January 2001 through June 2002
- Price paid
- $220 to $260
Why it was recalled
A manufacturing defect inside the charger can cause overheating of internal connections or external wiring, presenting a fire hazard.
Incidents and injuries
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.
Official remedy
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.
What to do now
- Check the product. This notice lists no model numbers. Compare yours with the description and photos in the official notice.
- Stop using it. The notice says to stop using recalled units immediately.
- Contact the firm. Call (888) 453-4135, or go to www.chargetek.com.
- Read the official notice. The CPSC notice is the final word on which units are included and what to do.
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Product and sales details
- Brand
- Chargetek
- Manufacturer
- Chargetek Inc., of Oxnard, Calif.
- Product type
- Battery chargers
- Recall number
- 02-250
- Units
- About 200
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Specialty product dealers sold these chargers nationwide, from January 2001 to June 2002, for between $220 and $260.
Battery Chargers
CPSC product type: Adapter/Power Supply/Charger/Battery
This recall in context
Compared with the 124 battery charger recalls in this index, as of October 31, 2026.
- Size
- 200 units: the 112th-largest of 114 battery charger recalls that state a unit count. The median is 27,400 units.
- Hazard
- Fire: named in 92 of 124 battery charger recalls, the most common hazard among them.
- Time on sale
- 18 months. Recalled 3 months after the last month of sales the notice gives.
Recall contact information
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
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
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