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Product category · Updated Aug 19, 2026

Food recalls

Food safety recalls including contamination, mislabeling, and undeclared allergens

Total recalls
25,513
Top agency
FDA Food
Years covered
2000–2026
Compiled from official public sources by the publisher.
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Food ranks #2 of 12 among PlainRecalls categories by recall count (25,513 notices, 24.4% of the archive); 46% of graded records are high-severity.

The FDA, CPSC, USDA FSIS and NHTSA have published 25,513 food recalls between 2000 and 2026 - roughly 24.4% of the 104,423-record archive. Among 12 product categories, that is #2 of 12. Of the 25,513 records graded for severity, 46% are high-severity. Most are issued by FDA Food. Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not a product's inherent danger.

  • 25,513 total recalls
  • #2 of 12 among categories
  • 46% graded high-severity
  • FDA Food top agency

Category snapshot

According to PlainRecalls' category ranking (distinct recall events, same sort as /category), Food is #2 of 12 (2nd of 12) with 25,513 recalls, about 24.4% of the 104,423-record federal archive, with 11,676 graded high-severity, most issued by FDA Food.

25,513
total recalls
#2 of 12
category rank by events
46%
graded high-severity
FDA Food
top issuing agency

Where Food sits among all 12 categories

Distinct recall-event inventory across every PlainRecalls product category. Food is marked; archive size reflects reporting volume, not inherent product danger.

Food vs all categories by recall count

Where this category's archive sits among every tracked product class

25,513 2nd of 12 higher than 10 of 12 categories

Categories, banded by distinct recall-event inventory

Each bar is a band; taller bars hold more categories. The dashed line + filled bar mark this entry. Hover or tap any bar for its full count and share, and where it sits relative to this entry.

Source FDA · CPSC · USDA FSIS · NHTSA federal recall filings · 2026-09-24

Do more recalls mean more Class I danger?

Food sits at the 86th percentile of category volume (25,513 recalls) and the 86th percentile of Class I rate (46.3% of agency-classified notices) among 7 categories with enough classified rows to measure, those two ranks are not interchangeable.

Each point is a product category plotted by total recalls (x) and Class I share of agency-classified notices (y). Crosshairs mark the within-sample medians (4,017 recalls · 15.7% Class I). Rate uses only rows with an agency Class I/II/III label, CPSC/NHTSA blanks stay out of the denominator. Medical Devices is the clearest volume-without-Class-I-density example in this release. Source: FDA, CPSC, USDA FSIS & NHTSA public recall data as of 2026-09-24. 2×2 strategic matrix plotting 7 entities by Total recalls (count) (X) and Class I share of classified (%) (Y), with a crosshair dividing the plot into four quadrants. Large · Class I–heavySmaller · Class I–heavyLarge · fewer Class ISmaller · fewer Class I 010,00020,00030,00040,00050,000 0%20%40%60%80% Total recalls (count) Class I share of classified (%) Category volume vs Class I rate Signature insight Medical DevicesFoodDrugs & MedicationsChildren & Baby ProductsDietary SupplementsMeat & PoultryCosmetics & Personal Care
Each point is a product category plotted by total recalls (x) and Class I share of agency-classified notices (y). Crosshairs mark the within-sample medians (4,017 recalls · 15.7% Class I). Rate uses only rows with an agency Class I/II/III label, CPSC/NHTSA blanks stay out of the denominator. Medical Devices is the clearest volume-without-Class-I-density example in this release. Source: FDA, CPSC, USDA FSIS & NHTSA public recall data as of 2026-09-24.
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Percentiles are within this release's classified-enough category sample. Class I % uses only agency-classified notices.

CategoryRecallsVol %ileClassifiedClass IClass I %Rate %ile
Medical Devices41,07010040,7633,6539%14
Food25,5138625,22211,67646.3%86
Drugs & Medications14,4737114,4171,50810.5%29
Children & Baby Products4,017572,48335214.2%43
Dietary Supplements2,018431,99346623.4%71
Meat & Poultry1,672291,6721,14568.5%100
Cosmetics & Personal Care1,388141,28920315.7%57

Food recalls by year

2000–2026

0 500 1000 1500 2000 2500 3000 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2392 2595 2774 1717 1745 1125 1045 1368 2039 1282 1433 813

Source: FDA · CPSC · USDA FSIS · NHTSA As of Aug 19, 2026

Severity distribution

Graded records only

recalls
Source FDA / CPSC severity classification

Recalls by issuing agency

recalls
Source PlainRecalls index of federal feeds

Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.

Recalls in Food

Newest first · Page 102 of 511

FDA Food Critical Mar 22, 2023

Bistro To Go, Chicken Banh Mi, Net Wt.8.8 Oz. Single Serving, Keep refrigerated

FRESH IDEATION FOOD GROUP, LLC dba Fresh Creative Cuisine
FDA Food Critical Mar 22, 2023

Fresh Creative Cuisine White Label, Ham & American Super Hoagie, Single Serving, Keep refrigerated

FRESH IDEATION FOOD GROUP, LLC dba Fresh Creative Cuisine
FDA Food Critical Mar 22, 2023

Fresh Creative Cuisine White Label, Turkey & Cheese Finger Sandwiches, Case of 6, Keep refrigerated

FRESH IDEATION FOOD GROUP, LLC dba Fresh Creative Cuisine
FDA Food Low Mar 22, 2023

Cafe' Intermezzo Light and Dark Torte 5 lbs Ingredients: Dark Chocolate Cake, Water, Vegetable Oil, Coffee, Cream Cheese Frosting (Cream Cheese, Sugar, Butter, Shortening, Vanilla Extract), Chocolate Pudding Mix, Chocolate Cake Crumbs, Hershey's Syrup, White Chocolate Flutes. Contains: Milk, eggs, wheat and soy. May contain tree nuts and peanuts.

Epic Baking
FDA Food Critical Mar 22, 2023

Fresh Creative Cuisine Tan Label, Roast Beef & Horseradish Hoagie, Net Wt. 7 Oz. Single Serving, Keep refrigerated

FRESH IDEATION FOOD GROUP, LLC dba Fresh Creative Cuisine
FDA Food Low Mar 22, 2023

4M Milk Chocolate Drop, Item # 57667. Net Wt. 50 lbs. (22.68 KG) poly-lined case. Ingredients: Sugar, Whole Milk, Chocolate Liquor, Cocoa Butter, Milk Fat, Sunflower Lecithin (an emulsifier), Vanilla Extract. Distributed By: Clasen Quality Chocolate, 5126 West Terrace Drive, Madison, WI 53718

Clasen Quality Chocolater, Inc
FDA Food Critical Mar 22, 2023

Fresh Creative Cuisine, Roast Beef & Cheese Finger Sandwiches, Net . Wt. 6.5 Oz. Single Serving, Keep refrigerated

FRESH IDEATION FOOD GROUP, LLC dba Fresh Creative Cuisine
FDA Food Critical Mar 22, 2023

Quick & Fresh, Bistro Greek Salad with Dressing, Net Wt. 5.5 Oz. Single Serving, Keep refrigerated

FRESH IDEATION FOOD GROUP, LLC dba Fresh Creative Cuisine
FDA Food Critical Mar 22, 2023

Fresh Creative Cuisine, Albacore Tuna Salad Wheat, Net . Wt.5.5 Oz. Single Serving, Mylar Wrap, Keep refrigerated

FRESH IDEATION FOOD GROUP, LLC dba Fresh Creative Cuisine
FDA Food Critical Mar 22, 2023

Quick & Fresh, Fresh Cut Fruit Medley, Net . Wt. 8 Oz. Single Serving, Keep refrigerated

FRESH IDEATION FOOD GROUP, LLC dba Fresh Creative Cuisine
FDA Food Critical Mar 22, 2023

Fresh Creative Cuisine, Chicken Salad Wheat, Net . Wt. 5.5 Oz. Single Serving, Keep refrigerated

FRESH IDEATION FOOD GROUP, LLC dba Fresh Creative Cuisine
FDA Food Critical Mar 22, 2023

Fresh Creative Cuisine, Vanilla Low Fat Yogurt, Fruit & Granola Parfait, Net . Wt. 9 Oz. Single Serving, Keep refrigerated

FRESH IDEATION FOOD GROUP, LLC dba Fresh Creative Cuisine
FDA Food Critical Mar 22, 2023

Fresh Creative Cuisine, Tuscan Panini, Net . Wt. 7.7 Oz. Single Serving, Keep refrigerated

FRESH IDEATION FOOD GROUP, LLC dba Fresh Creative Cuisine
FDA Food Low Mar 22, 2023

4M Cinnamon Flvd Confectionery Drop (MB), Item # 56466. Net Wt. 50 lbs. (22.68 KG) poly-lined case. Ingredients: Sugar, Palm Kernel Oil, Nonfat Dry Milk, Ground Cinnamon, Sunflower Lecithin (an emulsifier). Distributed By: Clasen Quality Chocolate, 5126 West Terrace Drive, Madison, WI 53718

Clasen Quality Chocolater, Inc
FDA Food Critical Mar 22, 2023

InReach, Fresh Cut Fruit Medley, Net . Wt. 8 Oz. Single Serving, Keep refrigerated

FRESH IDEATION FOOD GROUP, LLC dba Fresh Creative Cuisine
FDA Food Critical Mar 22, 2023

Fresh Creative Cuisine, Ham & Provolone Hoagie, Net . Wt. 7.3 Oz. Single Serving, Keep refrigerated

FRESH IDEATION FOOD GROUP, LLC dba Fresh Creative Cuisine
FDA Food Critical Mar 22, 2023

Fresh Creative Cuisine White Label, Chicken Salad Finger Sandwiches, case of 6 Keep refrigerated

FRESH IDEATION FOOD GROUP, LLC dba Fresh Creative Cuisine
FDA Food Critical Mar 22, 2023

Tapas Cocktail White Tiger Shrimp Net Wt 7oz (198g) UPC:4056489411499 Packaged in a plastic container.

Lidl US TRADING
FDA Food Critical Mar 22, 2023

Orchard Bistro, Chicken Salad Finger Sandwiches, Net Wt.6.5 Oz. Single Serving, Keep refrigerated

FRESH IDEATION FOOD GROUP, LLC dba Fresh Creative Cuisine
FDA Food Critical Mar 22, 2023

Quick & Fresh, Rosemary Ham, Brie & Fig Ficelle, Net . Wt. 6.5 Oz. Single Serving, Keep refrigerated

FRESH IDEATION FOOD GROUP, LLC dba Fresh Creative Cuisine
FDA Food Critical Mar 22, 2023

Fresh Creative Cuisine White Label, Albacore Tuna Salad Wheat, Net . Wt.5.5 Oz. Single Serving, Mylar Wrap, Keep refrigerated

FRESH IDEATION FOOD GROUP, LLC dba Fresh Creative Cuisine
FDA Food Low Mar 22, 2023

Cafe' Intermezzo Chocolate Raspberry Torte Net Weight 6.13 lbs Ingredient: Dark Chocolate Cake, Water, Vegetable Oil, Coffee, Raspberry Preserves, Chocolate Pudding Mix, Chocolate Buttercream Frosting (Sugar, Shortening, Milk, Cocoa Powder, Vanilla Extract, Salt). Contains: Milk, eggs, wheat and soy. May contain tree nuts and peanuts.

Epic Baking
FDA Food Critical Mar 22, 2023

Quick & Fresh, Roast Beef & Cheese Finger Sandwiches, Net . Wt. 6.5 Oz. Single Serving, Keep refrigerated

FRESH IDEATION FOOD GROUP, LLC dba Fresh Creative Cuisine
FDA Food Moderate Mar 22, 2023

YoCrunch Vanilla Lowfat Yogurt with M&Ms 6 oz (170g) UPC 046675000792 packaged in plastic cup with self-contained plastic dome attached on top, 12 cups per case

DANONE US LLC
FDA Food Critical Mar 22, 2023

Bistro To Go, Cuban Baguette, Net Wt. 9 Oz. Single Serving, Keep refrigerated

FRESH IDEATION FOOD GROUP, LLC dba Fresh Creative Cuisine
FDA Food Critical Mar 22, 2023

Fresh Creative Cuisine Tan Label, Rainbow Berry & Nut Salad W/Dressing, Net Wt. 8.7 Oz. Single Serving, Keep refrigerated

FRESH IDEATION FOOD GROUP, LLC dba Fresh Creative Cuisine
FDA Food Critical Mar 22, 2023

Quick & Fresh, Mango Habanero Bbq Chicken Flatbread, Net . Wt. 9 Oz. Single Serving, Keep refrigerated

FRESH IDEATION FOOD GROUP, LLC dba Fresh Creative Cuisine
FDA Food Critical Mar 22, 2023

Fresh Creative Cuisine White Label, Cut Carrots & Celery W/Ranch Dressing, Net . Wt. 5.5 Oz. Single Serving, Keep refrigerated

FRESH IDEATION FOOD GROUP, LLC dba Fresh Creative Cuisine
FDA Food Critical Mar 22, 2023

Fresh Creative Cuisine, Strawberry Low Fat Yogurt, Fruit & Granola Parfait, Net . Wt. 9 Oz. Single Serving, Keep refrigerated

FRESH IDEATION FOOD GROUP, LLC dba Fresh Creative Cuisine
FDA Food Critical Mar 22, 2023

Fresh Creative Cuisine, Ham & Cheese Finger Sandwiches, Net . Wt. 6.5 Oz. Single Serving, Keep refrigerated

FRESH IDEATION FOOD GROUP, LLC dba Fresh Creative Cuisine
FDA Food Critical Mar 22, 2023

Fresh Creative Cuisine White Label - Chicken Caesar Pinwheel Duo, Keep refrigerated

FRESH IDEATION FOOD GROUP, LLC dba Fresh Creative Cuisine
FDA Food Critical Mar 22, 2023

Bistro To Go, Tuscan Panini, Net Wt. 7.7 Oz. Single Serving, Keep refrigerated

FRESH IDEATION FOOD GROUP, LLC dba Fresh Creative Cuisine
FDA Food Low Mar 22, 2023

DF Dark Choc Flvd Wafer (MB), Item # 56810. Net Wt. 50 lbs. (22.68 KG) poly-lined case. Ingredients: Sugar, Palm Kernel Oil, Cocoa Powder (processed with Alkali), Sunflower Lecithin (an emulsifier), Salt. Distributed By: Clasen Quality Chocolate, 5126 West Terrace Drive, Madison, WI 53718

Clasen Quality Chocolater, Inc
FDA Food Critical Mar 22, 2023

Orchard Bistro, Smoked Turkey & Swiss Croissant, Net . Wt. 7 Oz. Single Serving, Keep refrigerated

FRESH IDEATION FOOD GROUP, LLC dba Fresh Creative Cuisine
FDA Food Critical Mar 22, 2023

Fresh Creative Cuisine, Caprese Baguette, Net . Wt. 8.25 Oz. Single Serving, Keep refrigerated

FRESH IDEATION FOOD GROUP, LLC dba Fresh Creative Cuisine
FDA Food Low Mar 22, 2023

DF 85% Cacao Bittersweet Chocolate Wafer, Item # 54213. Net Wt. 50 lbs. (22.68 KG) poly-lined case. Ingredients: Chocolate, Sugar, Sunflower Lecithin (an emulsifier), and Natural Vanilla Flavor. Distributed By: Clasen Quality Chocolate, 5126 West Terrace Drive, Madison, WI 53718

Clasen Quality Chocolater, Inc
FDA Food Critical Mar 22, 2023

Fresh Creative Cuisine White Label, Fruit Plate - Pineapple, Blackberry & Strawberries, Net Wt. 6 Oz. Single Serving, Keep refrigerated

FRESH IDEATION FOOD GROUP, LLC dba Fresh Creative Cuisine
FDA Food Critical Mar 22, 2023

Fresh Creative Cuisine Tan Label, Ham & Provolone Hoagie, Net Wt. 6.5 Oz. Single Serving, Keep refrigerated

FRESH IDEATION FOOD GROUP, LLC dba Fresh Creative Cuisine
FDA Food Critical Mar 22, 2023

Fresh Creative Cuisine White Label, Turkey & Cheddar Kaiser Boxed Lunch, Single Serving, Keep refrigerated

FRESH IDEATION FOOD GROUP, LLC dba Fresh Creative Cuisine
FDA Food Critical Mar 22, 2023

Fresh Creative Cuisine White Label, Italiano Everything Ficelle, Net . Wt. 7.25 Oz. Single Serving, Keep refrigerated

FRESH IDEATION FOOD GROUP, LLC dba Fresh Creative Cuisine
FDA Food Critical Mar 22, 2023

Enoki Mushrooms 200g 50 units per box UPC: 851084 008358 Lot #3779 on outside of box Imported from Taiwan Distributor: Jan Fruits, Inc. 426 Charter Way Vernon, CA 90058

Jan Fruits, Inc.
FDA Food Critical Mar 22, 2023

Quick & Fresh, Ham & Swiss Panini, Net . Wt. 7.7 Oz. Single Serving, Keep refrigerated

FRESH IDEATION FOOD GROUP, LLC dba Fresh Creative Cuisine
FDA Food Critical Mar 22, 2023

Fresh Creative Cuisine White Label, Spicy Turkey, Sausage, Egg, & Pepperjack Muffin, Net . Wt. 5.5 Oz. Single Serving, Mylar Wrap, Keep refrigerated

FRESH IDEATION FOOD GROUP, LLC dba Fresh Creative Cuisine
FDA Food Low Mar 22, 2023

DF ANSA Choc Flvd Conf Wafer (MB), Item # 59154. Net Wt. 50 lbs. (22.68 KG) poly-lined case. Ingredients: Soluble Corn Fiber, Palm Kernel and Palm Oil, Allulose, Cocoa Powder (Processed with Alkali), Chocolate Liquor, Sunflower Lecithin (an emulsifier), Monk Fruit Extract. Distributed By: Clasen Quality Chocolate, 5126 West Terrace Drive, Madison, WI 53718

Clasen Quality Chocolater, Inc
FDA Food Critical Mar 22, 2023

Bistro To Go, Cut Carrots & Celery W/Ranch Dressing, Net Wt. 5.5 Oz. Single Serving, Keep refrigerated

FRESH IDEATION FOOD GROUP, LLC dba Fresh Creative Cuisine
FDA Food Critical Mar 22, 2023

Fresh Creative Cuisine, Fresh Grapes, Net . Wt. 7 Oz. Single Serving, Keep refrigerated

FRESH IDEATION FOOD GROUP, LLC dba Fresh Creative Cuisine
FDA Food Critical Mar 22, 2023

Bistro To Go, Sausage Egg & Cheese Croissant Net Wt. 6.25 Oz. Single Serving, Mylar Wrap, Keep refrigerated

FRESH IDEATION FOOD GROUP, LLC dba Fresh Creative Cuisine
FDA Food Critical Mar 22, 2023

Fresh Creative Cuisine, Banana Chocolate Chip Muffin, Net . Wt. 3 Oz. Single Serving, Keep refrigerated

FRESH IDEATION FOOD GROUP, LLC dba Fresh Creative Cuisine
FDA Food Critical Mar 22, 2023

Orchard Bistro, Turkey & Cheese Finger Sandwiches, Net Wt. 6.5 Oz. Single Serving, Keep refrigerated

FRESH IDEATION FOOD GROUP, LLC dba Fresh Creative Cuisine
FDA Food Critical Mar 22, 2023

Fresh Creative Cuisine White Label, Blueberry Low Fat Yogurt, Fruit & Granola Parfait, Net . Wt. 9 Oz. Single Serving, Keep refrigerated

FRESH IDEATION FOOD GROUP, LLC dba Fresh Creative Cuisine

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Nearby categories

Adjacent product categories that share hazard patterns or regulatory oversight.

Medical Devices

41,070 recalls →

Drugs & Medications

14,473 recalls →

Vehicles

8,938 recalls →

Children & Baby Products

4,017 recalls →

Household Products

3,574 recalls →

Dietary Supplements

2,018 recalls →

Data sources

Category data as of Aug 19, 2026.

Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC, USDA FSIS and NHTSA recall records; no number is typed in by an editor. Category counts and the year trend are computed across the full archive for food. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of Aug 19, 2026.