Independent reference · Facts sourced from CPSC, ENERGY STAR and DOE Record verified Aug 18, 2026
Active recall — stop using this product now.
Remedy: refund or replacement · About 3,000 units
Recall No. 17-018 Published October 20, 2016

Cabela's food dehydrators

Defective wiring can cause a build-up of heat, posing a fire hazard. sold at Cabela's stores nationwide and online at Cabelas.com from August 2016 – September 2016 for about $300.

Cabela’s 160-liter and 80-liter food dehydrators
What you are looking at

Cabela’s 160-liter and 80-liter food dehydrators

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Affected model numbers

Why it was recalled

Defective wiring can cause a build-up of heat, posing a fire hazard.

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Incident reports to the firm
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Injuries reported
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SaferProducts.gov reports

The firm has received nine reports of the product malfunctioning due to defective wiring. No injuries have been reported.

The official remedy

Remedy type: refund or replace
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What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dehydrators and contact Cabela's to receive a replacement product or a refund.

Product and sales details

UnitsAbout 3,000
Made inChina
Sold atCabela's stores nationwide and online at Cabelas.com
Sales periodAugust 2016 – September 2016
PriceAbout $300

How to reach the firm

Phone
800-237-4444
Recall page
www.cabelas.com

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