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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
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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 · 2026-09-29

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 2026-09-29. 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 2026-09-29.
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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

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FDA Food Low Apr 28, 2021

Thai Home brand Green Curry Paste packaged in glass jars. Net weight 6.5 oz (180g). Refrigerate after opening. UPC 8616080004023. Manufactured by: Jansala & Foods LLC 1620 SE 3rd Ave Portland, OR 97214 jansalafoods@gmail.com Distributed by: Earthly Gourmet 2143 SE Lafayette St Portland, OR 97202 info@earthlygourmet.com 503-853-3110 The label also states, Vegan Gluten Free Dairy Free MSG Free Nut Free * No artificial fillers or flavour enhancers

Jansala & Foods LLC

FDA Food Critical Apr 28, 2021

Real Alkalized Water, packed in 16.9 oz., 1 Liter, 1.5 Liter, 1-Gallon and 5-Gallon plastic bottles. Drinkrealwater.com

Real Water, Inc.

FDA Food Moderate Apr 21, 2021

El Sembrador Peas and Carrots, poly bags, 12/16 oz

Bonduelle USA Inc.

FDA Food Moderate Apr 21, 2021

EL Sembrador MIxed vegetables, Poly bags, 12/ 32 oz.

Bonduelle USA Inc.

FDA Food Moderate Apr 21, 2021

Starwest Botanicals Item#: 209617-34, Item# 209617-31 Wood Betony Herb C/S Organic Stackys Officinalis Origin: Croatia Daily serving size: Pour 8-12 oz of boiling water (212F) over 1 tsp. of tea. Steep 3-4 minutes. Net. weight: 4 oz. (113.4g) Lot#: P92769, Net weight: 1 lb (453.6) Lot# P92770 7 67963 12755 6, 7 67963 08172 8 Starwest Botanicals, Inc. 161 Main Avenue, Sacramento, CA 95838 USA www.starwest-botanicals.com Certified Organic by QAI, Inc.

Starwest Botanicals, Inc

FDA Food Moderate Apr 21, 2021

J-Basket Premium Korean Seaweed Snack - Wasabi flavor on outer wrap for 3 inner packages Inner packages labeled J-Basket Premium Seaweed Snack - Original. Net Wt 0.52 oz. (15g) 3-0.17 oz. (5g) packs Distributed by JFC International Inc., Los Angeles, CA 90040 Wasabi outer package UPC 0 11152 29507 7 Ingredients: Wasabi: Seaweed, corn oil, sesame oil, wasabi powder (mustard {Ally Isothiocyante, Maltodextrin, arabic gum, palm oil, rosemary oleoresini}, dextrin, wasabi, FD&C Yellow #5, FD&C Blue

J F C International Inc

FDA Food Critical Apr 21, 2021

Oreo 3-Milk Cake (Oreo Tres Leches Cake). Cake net wt. 2.80 lbs. (1.27kg). Cake is packaged in rigid plastic dome, individually labeled, and sold in grab and go retail refrigerated display case.

Surtidoras Bakery Inc

FDA Food Critical Apr 21, 2021

HARRIS TEETER FRESH FOODS MARKET 3 Layer COOKIES & CREME CAKE NET WT 48 OZ (3 LB) 1.36kg packages PROUDLY DISTRIBUTED BY: HARRIS TEETER, LLC MATTHEWS, NC 28105 UPC: 0 72036 95224 0

Harris Teeter

FDA Food Critical Apr 14, 2021

Bobo's Maple Pecan Oat Bars, 3 oz., UPC 8 2926200021 0, Best By 7/30/21 or 7/31/21.

Simply Delicious Inc.

FDA Food Critical Apr 14, 2021

MG Foods TURKEY & PROVOLONE BLT ON A BUTTERY CROISSANT, Net Wt. 8.1oz (229g), MG Foods Charlotte, NC 28208, UPC 1 00000 50065 1

Canteen Inc. dba MG Foods, Inc.

FDA Food Critical Apr 14, 2021

FRESH TO YOU Turkey Swiss & Cranberry Mayo Pita, Net Wt. 9oz (255g), MG Foods Charlotte, NC 28208, UPC MGF9804

Canteen Inc. dba MG Foods, Inc.

FDA Food Critical Apr 14, 2021

FRESH TO YOU Club Sub with Italian Dressing, Net Wt. 9.14oz (259g), MG Foods Charlotte, NC 28208, UPC MGF9100

Canteen Inc. dba MG Foods, Inc.

FDA Food Moderate Apr 14, 2021

Tippin's Country Gravy, Net Wt 16 OZ, Keep Refrigerated, Tippin's Gourmet Pies LLC, Kansas City, KS UPC 6 80816 12023 1 packaged in plastic cups

Tippins

FDA Food Critical Apr 14, 2021

FRESH TO YOU Club Panini, Net Wt. 8.50oz (241g), MG Foods Charlotte, NC 28208, UPC MGF9844

Canteen Inc. dba MG Foods, Inc.

FDA Food Critical Apr 14, 2021

Sabra Dipping Co, Classic Hummus ,10oz. PET cup, sealed with lid, 12 ct. Manufacturing Codes 300067. Expiration date 4/26/21

Sabra Dipping Company, LLC

FDA Food Critical Apr 14, 2021

MG Foods TURKEY & CHEDDAR BLT ON TOASTED WHEAT BREAD, Net Wt. 6.9oz (196g), MG Foods Charlotte, NC 28208, UPC 1 00000 50068 2

Canteen Inc. dba MG Foods, Inc.

FDA Food Critical Apr 14, 2021

FRESH TO YOU Large Turkey & Cheese Sub, Net Wt. 6.74oz (191g), MG Foods Charlotte, NC 28208, UPC MGF1002

Canteen Inc. dba MG Foods, Inc.

FDA Food Critical Apr 14, 2021

FRESH TO YOU Turkey & Swiss on Whole Wheat Roll, Net Wt. 5.22oz (148g), MG Foods Charlotte, NC 28208, UPC MGF0854

Canteen Inc. dba MG Foods, Inc.

FDA Food Critical Apr 14, 2021

FRESH TO YOU Deluxe Club Wrap, Net Wt. 10.39oz (295g), MG Foods Charlotte, NC 28208, UPC MGF9814

Canteen Inc. dba MG Foods, Inc.

FDA Food Critical Apr 14, 2021

Taste of Inspirations Garlic Parmesan Wing Sauce

Schlotterbeck & Foss, LLC

FDA Food Critical Apr 14, 2021

FRESH TO YOU Ham & Turkey Combo, Net Wt. 5.85oz (168g), MG Foods Charlotte, NC 28208, UPC MGF3054 & MGF23054

Canteen Inc. dba MG Foods, Inc.

FDA Food Critical Apr 14, 2021

FRESH TO YOU Tuscan Turkey Ciabatta, Net Wt. 9.18 oz (264g), MG Foods Charlotte, NC 28208, UPC MGF9810

Canteen Inc. dba MG Foods, Inc.

FDA Food Critical Apr 14, 2021

MG Foods TURKEY & SWISS ON A BUTTERY CROISSANT, Net Wt. 7.5oz (216g), MG Foods Charlotte, NC 28208, UPC 1 00000 50011 8

Canteen Inc. dba MG Foods, Inc.

FDA Food Critical Apr 14, 2021

MG Foods ROASTED TURKEY IN A TOMATO BASIL WRAP, Net Wt. 6.9oz (196g), MG Foods Charlotte, NC 28208, UPC 1 00000 50005 7

Canteen Inc. dba MG Foods, Inc.

FDA Food Moderate Apr 14, 2021

The Toasted Oat Bakehouse Macadamia Chunk Soft Granola (6 - 10oz pouches per case); and Soft Granola Crumble Bars Macadamia Chunk ( 5 - 28.3g bars per pack/6 packs per case).

The Toasted Oat

FDA Food Critical Apr 14, 2021

FRESH TO YOU Market Club, Net Wt. 11.85oz (336g), MG Foods Charlotte, NC 28208, UPC MGF9800

Canteen Inc. dba MG Foods, Inc.

FDA Food Critical Apr 14, 2021

FRESH TO YOU Deluxe Triple Decker Club, Net Wt. 12.17 oz (345g), MG Foods Charlotte, NC 28208, UPC MGF9719

Canteen Inc. dba MG Foods, Inc.

FDA Food Critical Apr 14, 2021

MG Foods TURKEY & PROVOLONE ON 12 GRAIN WITH LETTUCE, TOMATO AND MAYONNAISE, Net Wt. 8.9oz (255g), MG Foods Charlotte, NC 28208, UPC 1 00000 50066 8

Canteen Inc. dba MG Foods, Inc.

FDA Food Critical Apr 14, 2021

FRESH TO YOU Turkey & Swiss on Kaiser, Net Wt. 8.11oz (230g), MG Foods Charlotte, NC 28208, UPC MGF9712

Canteen Inc. dba MG Foods, Inc.

FDA Food Moderate Apr 14, 2021

Quaker Rice Crisps Sweet Barbecue Flavor, 3.03 oz. bag, UPC 0 30000 31984 0

THE QUAKER OATS COMPANY

FDA Food Critical Apr 14, 2021

FRESH TO YOU Turkey & Cheddar Club on Wheat, Net Wt. 10.02oz (284g), MG Foods Charlotte, NC 28208, UPC MGF9710

Canteen Inc. dba MG Foods, Inc.

FDA Food Critical Apr 14, 2021

Whole Foods Market Cranberry Biscotti PLU 41712 packaged in a clear plastic clam shell container

Whole Foods Market

FDA Food Critical Apr 14, 2021

MG Foods TURKEY & PEPPERJACK ROASTED TURKEY, PEPPERJACK, CHIPOTLE MAYO, LETTUCE AND TOMATO ON A FRESH SUB ROLL, Net Wt. 7.9oz (224g), MG Foods Charlotte, NC 28208, UPC 1 00000 50055 2

Canteen Inc. dba MG Foods, Inc.

FDA Food Moderate Apr 14, 2021

Anand Far Far (Garlic Sandige) Net Weight 7 oz./200 g package ingredients: rice, wheat flour, garlic, red chilli, refined palm oil and salt. UPC 8 78776 00232 6 Product of India Imported and Distributed by Babco Foods International, LLC, Bridgewater, NJ

Babco Foods International, LLC

FDA Food Critical Apr 14, 2021

MG Foods CHEDDAR HALF AND HALF TURKEY & CHEDAR WITH TOMATO AIOLI AND A SIDE OF SPRING MIX, Net Wt. 7.7oz (218g), MG Foods Charlotte, NC 28208, UPC 1 00000 50069 9

Canteen Inc. dba MG Foods, Inc.

FDA Food Critical Apr 14, 2021

FRESH TO YOU Turkey & Swiss on Wheat, Net Wt. 3.9oz (112g), MG Foods Charlotte, NC 28208, UPC MGF0283

Canteen Inc. dba MG Foods, Inc.

FDA Food Critical Apr 14, 2021

MG Foods THE CLUB IN A SPINACH WRAP, Net Wt. 8.5oz (244g), MG Foods Charlotte, NC 28208, UPC 1 00000 50008 8

Canteen Inc. dba MG Foods, Inc.

FDA Food Low Apr 14, 2021

Crimson Snapper Fillet, Natural Cut CO Treated, Net WT 10 LBS, Size 10/12 oz

Sea World, LLC

FDA Food Critical Apr 14, 2021

FRESH TO YOU Club on Toast, Net Wt. 10.3oz (292g), MG Foods Charlotte, NC 28208, UPC MGF0930

Canteen Inc. dba MG Foods, Inc.

FDA Food Critical Apr 14, 2021

FRESH TO YOU Shaved Turkey & Cheese, Net Wt. 4.55oz (129g), MG Foods Charlotte, NC 28208, UPC MG5571 & MGF25571

Canteen Inc. dba MG Foods, Inc.

FDA Food Moderate Apr 14, 2021

B&G Sweet Heat Pepper Dip, Ready To Eat, Refrigerated, packaged in 10 oz, semi-rigid plastic container. UPC 7 42832 07566 4. Product label is read in parts: "***SWEET HEAT PEPPER DIP ***Ingredients: Cream Cheese, Sour Cream, Jalapenos, Sugar, Apple Cider Vinegar, Granulated Garlic, Cayenne Pepper, Turmeric, Celery Seed ***KEEP REFRIGERATED ***BGSweetHeat.com ***Mead, WA 99021 ***".

B&G Sweet Heat Peppers

FDA Food Moderate Apr 14, 2021

The Toasted Oat Bakehouse Apricot Shortbread Soft Granola (6 - 10oz pouches per case)

The Toasted Oat

FDA Food Critical Apr 14, 2021

FRESH TO YOU Turkey Club Croissant, Net Wt. 7.94oz (225g), MG Foods Charlotte, NC 28208, UPC MGF9103

Canteen Inc. dba MG Foods, Inc.

FDA Food Critical Apr 14, 2021

FRESH TO YOU Turkey Melt Croissant, Net Wt. 6.7oz (190g), MG Foods Charlotte, NC 28208, UPC MGF3032

Canteen Inc. dba MG Foods, Inc.

FDA Food Moderate Apr 14, 2021

The Toasted Oat Bakehouse Cherry Streusel Soft Granola (6 - 10oz pouches per case); and Soft Granola Crumble Bars Cherry Streusel ( 5 - 28.3g bars per pack/6 packs per case)

The Toasted Oat

FDA Food Critical Apr 14, 2021

FRESH TO YOU Turkey & Cheese Hoagie, Net Wt. 6.35oz (180g), MG Foods Charlotte, NC 28208, UPC MGF0597

Canteen Inc. dba MG Foods, Inc.

FDA Food Critical Apr 14, 2021

FRESH TO YOU Turkey & Cheese Cut, Net Wt. 6.56oz (186g), MG Foods Charlotte, NC 28208, UPC MGF0596

Canteen Inc. dba MG Foods, Inc.

FDA Food Critical Apr 14, 2021

FRESH TO YOU Turkey & Swiss on Honey Brown Sub Roll, Net Wt. 9.42oz (267g), MG Foods Charlotte, NC 28208, UPC MGF9703

Canteen Inc. dba MG Foods, Inc.

FDA Food Critical Apr 14, 2021

FRESH TO YOU Ham & Turkey Combo on 12 Grain, Net Wt. 7.20oz (204g), MG Foods Charlotte, NC 28208, UPC MGF6011

Canteen Inc. dba MG Foods, Inc.

FDA Food Moderate Apr 14, 2021

Trident Seafoods Pacific Salmon Burgers (# 414469), frozen. Costco item #502497. Each retail bag contains of 12/4oz. pieces. Retail bag net wt. 48 oz (3 lb or 1.36 kg). Retail bag UPC 0 28029 14469 7. Each Master case contains of 12/3 lbs. packages. The MASTER CASE label is read in part: "***PACIFIC SALMON BURGERS *** KEEP FROZEN *** COSTCO ITEM: 502497 ***12 X 3 LB. UNITS *** NET WT. 36 LB.*** TRIDENT SEAFOODS CORP. SEATTLE, WA 98107 U.S.A***".

Trident Seafoods Corporation

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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.