Recalled Product Name/Brand/ID
The recalled product is the Brod & Taylor Sahara Folding Food Dehydrators. The model number identified is DR710 and the production code is CCAE.
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Potential Risks or Issues
The heater fan can fail and cause the components to overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Has Anyone Been Injured?
The firm has received 15 reports of the dehydrator overheating. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
About the Recall
Berkshire Innovations Inc. has recalled the Sahara Folding Food Dehydrators due to potential fire hazard. This recall involves the Brod & Taylor Sahara Folding Food Dehydrators. The dehydrator has seven shelves, two front glass doors and folds to one third its size for storage. The back panel of each dehydrator has the model number DR710, the production code CCAE, and its individual serial number. The recalled dehydrators have serial numbers between 12139055 and 12140194.
Where to Find Unique Identification of this Product
The unique identification of this product can be found on the back panel of each dehydrator which includes the model number DR710, the production code CCAE, and its individual serial number.
How Many Units Are Affected?
About 990 units have been recalled in the U.S. and an additional 29 were sold in Canada.
Affected Batch/Date Range
The affected batch/date range is from July 2022 to March 2023.
Who is the Distributor(s)?
The distributor is Berkshire Innovations Inc., of Williamstown, Massachusetts.
Places Where Recalled Product was Sold
The recalled product was sold at Harmony Farm Supply & Nursery in Sebastopol, California and online at brodandtaylor.com, amazon.com, williamssonoma.com and pleasanthillgrain.com from July 2022 through March 2023 for between $295 and $395.
Where was This Manufactured?
The recalled product was manufactured in China.
Actions for Consumers
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Sahara Folding Food Dehydrators, remove the polyester air filter and contact Berkshire Innovations for a free repair.
Remedy Process
The remedy process is replacing the air filter with a non-flammable metal screen air filter. The air filter is designed for easy toolless access by consumers.
Additional Information
For additional information, consumers can contact Berkshire Innovations Inc. at 800-768-7064 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at recall@brodandtaylor.com or online at www.brodandtaylor.com/recall or www.brodandtaylor.com and click on “Product Recalls” at the bottom of the page.
Regulatory Compliance
The recalled product is compliant with the applicable Consumer Product Safety Commission regulations.
How Can I Protect Myself From Falling Victm?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Sahara Folding Food Dehydrators, remove the polyester air filter and contact Berkshire Innovations for a free repair. Consumers should also check the serial number and production code of their dehydrator to see if it is included in the recall.
Final Thought
The safety of consumers is of utmost importance and it is important to take the necessary steps to protect yourself and your family from potential hazards. If you own one of the recalled dehydrators, contact Berkshire Innovations immediately to get the free repair.
