CPSC recall · Reported May 14, 2014
Cabela's Recalls Electronic Jerky Blaster Due to Fire Hazard
The battery charger adapter can overcharge causing the Electronic Jerky Blaster's battery and battery charger adapter to overheat.
Blue Sky Innovation Group, North Ridgeville, Ohio recalled This recall involves Cabela's Electronic Jerky Blaster, which resembles a caulking gun. T….
Cabela's Recalls Electronic Jerky Blaster Due to Fire Hazard was recalled by Blue Sky Innovation Group, North Ridgeville, Ohio in May 14, 2014. Reason: The battery charger adapter can overcharge causing the Electronic Jerky Blaster's battery and battery charger…. Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled Electronic Jerky Blaster and contact Cabela's fo…. Verify recall #14176 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Blue Sky Innovation Group, North Ridgeville, Ohio issued this CPSC recall-The battery charger adapter can overcharge causing the Electronic Jerky Blaster's battery and battery charger….
- None
- agency class
- May 14, 2014
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #14176 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
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Product description
This recall involves Cabela's Electronic Jerky Blaster, which resembles a caulking gun. The product has a black handle, a gold-toned 15" tube that holds the meat with "Cabela's Power Jerky" written on it and interchangeable tip at the end. The hand-held, battery powered appliance is used for making jerky sticks or strips. It was sold as a set with interchangeable tips and cleaning brushes. The recalled item number IK-540848 can be found underneath the barcode on the cardboard packaging that comes with the product and on the front of the instruction manual.
Reason for recall
The battery charger adapter can overcharge causing the Electronic Jerky Blaster's battery and battery charger adapter to overheat.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should stop using the recalled Electronic Jerky Blaster and contact Cabela's for a full refund.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 14176 |
| Date reported | May 14, 2014 |
| Date initiated | May 14, 2014 |
| Recalling firm | Blue Sky Innovation Group, North Ridgeville, Ohio |
| Affected scope | About 600 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Consumers should stop using the recalled Electronic Jerky Blaster and contact Cabela's for a full refund.
- Check the recall number (14176) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
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