# CPSC, Computer Distributors Announce Recall of Batteries for Notebook Computers
> **CPSC recall** · 2001-11-13 · 02037 · 1 injuries reported
## Recall
- **Number:** 02037
- **Date:** 2001-11-13
- **Injuries reported:** 1
## Products

Batteries for Notebook Computers

## Hazards

These batteries can overcharge during re-charging, causing them to overheat, smoke and possibly catch fire.

## Retailer(s)

Bizcom Electronics Inc.,Sceptre Technologies Inc. and Systemax Inc. sold these notebook computers (and individual batteries) nationwide, primarily by mail order, and on their web sites, from October 1999 through October 2001, for between $1,800 and $2,500.

## Country of manufacture

Japan

## Description

The recalled batteries were sold individually and with notebook computers under the following brand names and model numbers: Brand Model Numbers ARM TS30W2 and N38W2 ChemUSA ChemBook 3015E HyperData MediaGo 2320 Jetta Jetbook 9120 MPC MPC Nomand 1500 PC-Club ENP-325W2 Sceptre Soundx 6600 and 6900 Systemax SW-14, SW-15 and Ultra TTX 9200 "RECHARGEABLE BATTERY" is printed on the top of the batteries. A label on the side of the recalled battery contains two sets of numbers. The first set must be "00." The second set must be either "99" or a number less than 52. Also, the letter "P" must be printed at the end of the first line on the label. "MADE IN JAPAN" also is written on the label.

## Source
- [CPSC recall page](https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2002/CPSC-Computer-Distributors-Announce-Recall-of-Batteries-for-Notebook-Computers)
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