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CPSC recall · Reported May 2, 2019

Greenfield World Trade Recalls Food Dehydrators Due to Fire Hazard

The food dehydrator can overheat, posing a fire hazard

Recall #
19115
Affected scope
2400
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Greenfield World Trade, Inc. of Fort Lauderdale, Fla. recalled This recall involves the Excalibur EZ DRY 5-tray food dehydrator with model number TTEVM5… — a moderate-severity action.

Greenfield World Trade Recalls Food Dehydrators Due to Fire Hazard was recalled by Greenfield World Trade, Inc. of Fort Lauderdale, Fla. in May 2, 2019. Reason: The food dehydrator can overheat, posing a fire hazard. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled food dehydrators and contact Greenfi…. Verify recall #19115 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Greenfield World Trade, Inc. of Fort Lauderdale, Fla. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall — The food dehydrator can overheat, posing a fire hazard.

Moderate
severity level
2K units
affected scope
May 2, 2019
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #19115 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #19115) was formally reported on May 2, 2019. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Greenfield World Trade, Inc. of Fort Lauderdale, Fla. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as 2400.

The documented reason for this recall is: The food dehydrator can overheat, posing a fire hazard Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled food dehydrators and contact Greenfield World Trade to receive a full refund. — consumers holding this product should act on that instruction 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.

Food recalls over time

Where this recall sits in its category — 25,414 food recalls on record

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Where this recall sits in the database

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Where this recall sits in the database

Of 100,165 recalls in the database, 23,668 are high severity, 72,097 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

2400

Related Recalls

6

0 from same agency

Product description

This recall involves the Excalibur EZ DRY 5-tray food dehydrator with model number TTEVM50W or EVM50W. The 600W electric dehydrator is white, weighs 7 pounds and is about 12 inches tall by 15 inches wide. It has a temperature dial with an on/off switch on the front and a vented see-through lid at the top. The model number and embossed date code are printed on a white label on the underside of the unit. The date code for the TTEVM50W model is 3217 and for the EVM50W model the date code is 4017 or 4516.

Reason for recall

The food dehydrator can overheat, posing a fire hazard

Remedy — what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled food dehydrators and contact Greenfield World Trade to receive a full refund.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Moderate
Status Active
Recall number 19115
Date reported May 2, 2019
Date initiated May 2, 2019
Recalling firm Greenfield World Trade, Inc. of Fort Lauderdale, Fla.
Affected scope 2400
Distribution Not disclosed
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Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

Scale of Impact

2400 units affected — limited or regional distribution scale.

Regional (<10K units) ✓ This recall
Multi-state (10K – 100K units)
Large-scale (100K – 1M units)
Massive (≥1M units)

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What to do with this recall

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled food dehydrators and contact Greenfield World Trade to receive a full refund.

  • Check the recall number (19115) 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves the Excalibur EZ DRY 5-tray food dehydrator with model number TTEVM50W or EVM50W. The 600W electric dehydrator is white, weighs 7 pounds and is about 12 inches tall by 15 inches wide. It has a temperature dial with an on/off switch on the front and a vented see-through lid at the top. The model number and embossed date code are printed on a white label on the underside of the unit. The date code for the TTEVM50W model is 3217 and for the EVM50W model the date code is 4017 or 4516.. Recalled by Greenfield World Trade, Inc. of Fort Lauderdale, Fla.. Units affected: 2400.
Why was this product recalled?
The food dehydrator can overheat, posing a fire hazard
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled food dehydrators and contact Greenfield World Trade to receive a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on May 2, 2019. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 19115.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (19115) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product?
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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Data Sources

Source: FDA, CPSC, and NHTSA federal recall databases. This recall: CPSC, reported May 2, 2019.

  • Source: FDA — Food and Drug Administration, openFDA Enforcement API (food, drug, and medical device recalls)
  • Source: CPSC — Consumer Product Safety Commission Recalls API (consumer product recalls and hazards)
  • Source: NHTSA — National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Recalls API (vehicle safety recalls)

Recall information is sourced from official federal agency databases. Always verify recall details with the issuing agency for the most current status. This information is for research and awareness purposes only.

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