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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

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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

Newest first · Page 161 of 511

FDA Food Critical Dec 16, 2020

Prairie Farms Premium Flavored Chocolate Milk, 1 gallon, UPC 72730-26110

PRAIRIE FARMS
FDA Food Critical Dec 16, 2020

On the Go Sweet & Salty Trail Mix

Kanan Enterprises Inc.
FDA Food Critical Dec 16, 2020

Prairie Farms 1% Lowfat Chocolate Milk, 1 gallon, UPC 72730-26126

PRAIRIE FARMS
FDA Food Moderate Dec 16, 2020

Victoria Taylor Seasonings Sicilian Seasoning/Assaisonement Sicilien; Italian style seasoning blend; 2.5oz; packaged in a glass jar. Canadian product only.

Victoria Gourmet, Inc.
FDA Food Critical Dec 16, 2020

Golden Boy brand Custard muffin Pandan 7.76 ounce, rigid clear plastic packages

Hong Thai Foods Corp
FDA Food Critical Dec 16, 2020

Golden Boy brand Custard muffin Original; 7.76 ounce, rigid clear plastic packages

Hong Thai Foods Corp
FDA Food Low Dec 16, 2020

Chef Myron's Tangy Teriyaki Sauce, 64 FL OZ (1.89 L), Item # 400023221, 4 bottles/case

JMH International, LLC
FDA Food Critical Dec 16, 2020

Whole Foods Market Popcorn Chicken Shaker with Sweet Chili Variable weight sold by lb. Packed For Whole Foods Market

Whole Foods Market
FDA Food Low Dec 16, 2020

Chef Myron's Premium Teriyaki Sauce, 64 FL OZ (1.89 L), Item # 400023118, 4 bottles/case

JMH International, LLC
FDA Food Critical Dec 16, 2020

Hy-Vee, Short Cuts, Pot Roast Mix sold by weight in approximate 1 lb containers, Distributed by Hy-Vee Inc, West Des Moines, IA UPC 272083 XXXXXX

Hy-Vee Stores Inc
FDA Food Moderate Dec 16, 2020

HomeChef meal kit: Buffalo Pretzel Chicken Breast with Roasted Cauliflower and Broccoli. 29 ounce.

The Kroger Co
FDA Food Moderate Dec 16, 2020

HomeChef Meal kit:One-Sheet Pretzel-Crusted Chicken with roasted broccoli and honey mustard..31.0 OZ (1 LB 15 OZ) 879g

The Kroger Co
FDA Food Low Dec 16, 2020

Chef Myron's Yakitori Sauce, 64 FL OZ (1.89 L), Item # 400023316, 4 bottles/case

JMH International, LLC
FDA Food Low Dec 16, 2020

Chef Myron's Premium Shoyu Sauce, 1 GAL (3.78 L), Item # 400023077, 2 bottles/case; 5 GAL (18.92 L), Item # 400023279, plastic pail

JMH International, LLC
FDA Food Low Dec 16, 2020

Chef Myron's Ponzu Sauce, 64 FL OZ (1.89 L), Item # 400023110, 4 bottles/case

JMH International, LLC
FDA Food Low Dec 16, 2020

Chef Myron's Eurasian Fusion Sauce, 64 FL OZ (1.89 L), Item # 400023288, 4 bottles/case.

JMH International, LLC
FDA Food Moderate Dec 16, 2020

HomeChef meal kit:Steak and Walnut-Green Onion Sauce with roasted potatoes and creamed spinach.

The Kroger Co
FDA Food Critical Dec 16, 2020

Hy-Vee, Short Cuts, Grill Ready Veggie Mix sold by weight in approximate 1 lb containers, Distributed by Hy-Vee Inc, West Des Moines, IA UPC 272104 XXXXXX

Hy-Vee Stores Inc
FDA Food Low Dec 16, 2020

Chef Myron's Tsukeyaki Sauce, 64 FL OZ (1.89 L), Item # 400023276, 4 bottles/case

JMH International, LLC
FDA Food Moderate Dec 9, 2020

YAGUMO AMANATTO GIFT BOX 6P 6/19.01 OZ JAN Code: 49 03089 39050 4 Imported by JFC International Inc. Los Angeles, CA 90040

J F C International Inc
FDA Food Moderate Dec 9, 2020

Dole Brands, Savory Spinach Dijon, 4.9 oz,

Sunnyside Farms
FDA Food Critical Dec 9, 2020

Tanimura & Antle brand Romaine lettuce. 1 head 12,15,018 and 24 case Product of USA UPC: 2-27918 20314-9 Tanimura & Antle, Salinas, CA

Tanimura & Antle
FDA Food Critical Dec 9, 2020

Dole" Organic Romaine Hearts 3pk Organic Biologique) (UPC 0-71430-90061-1), Wild Harvest Organic Romaine Hearts, Net Wt 12 oz. (UPC 7-11535-50201-2),

Dole Fresh Vegetables Inc
FDA Food Moderate Dec 9, 2020

Minute Maid STRAWBERRY LEMONADE FLAVORED WITH OTHER NATURAL FLAVORS 59 FL OZ (1.8 QT) 1.75 L PRODUCED FOR THE COCA-COLA COMPANY ATLANTA, GA Unit UPC 0 25000 01970 8 Case UPC 000-25000-04812-8

The Coca-Cola Company
FDA Food Low Dec 9, 2020

BELLEFONTAINE PEANUT BUTTER & BROWNIES DAIRY FREE FROZEN DESSERT 1 PINT (473 ML) packaged in paper cup

BLISS TEXAS
FDA Food Moderate Dec 9, 2020

Minute Maid WATERMELON FLAVORED FRUIT DRINK WITH OTHER NATURAL FLAVORS 59 FL OZ (1.8 QT) 1.75 L PRODUCED FOR THE COCA-COLA COMPANY ATLANTA, GA Unit UPC 0 25000 04811 1, Case UPC 000-25000-04812-8

The Coca-Cola Company
FDA Food Moderate Dec 9, 2020

Tucson Tamale Blue Corn & Veggie Tamales (2 Pack), 11 OZ (312g), plastic bag, UPC 8 53437 00234, Keep Frozen, 6 packs/box (case)

Tucson Tamale Wholesale Company, LLC
FDA Food Moderate Dec 9, 2020

Tucson Tamale Blue Corn, Veggie & Cheese Tamales (2 Pack), 11 OZ (312g), plastic bag, UPC 8 53437 00233, Keep Frozen, 6 packs/box (case)

Tucson Tamale Wholesale Company, LLC
FDA Food Moderate Dec 9, 2020

Pacific Jade Indian Curry Sauce Starter With Fenugreek and Cardamom, wholesale case with 2, 39 oz. plastic tubs, case UPC 50758108742487

CELTRADE CANADA
CPSC No agency class Dec 9, 2020

GrillBlazer Recalls Propane Torch Guns Due to Fire Hazard
FDA Food Critical Dec 2, 2020

Fried Chicken Meal with Mac & Cheese, packaged in clear plastic container with printed label product code begins with 247257; Fried Chicken Meal with Mac & Cheese, packaged on hot bar product code begins with 237444

Whole Foods Market
FDA Food Critical Dec 2, 2020

Roasted Turkey Chef Plate with Mac & Cheese and Broccoli, packaged in clear plastic container with printed label product code begins with 242019

Whole Foods Market
FDA Food Critical Dec 2, 2020

Chicken Rustico Romano Chef Plate with Mac & Cheese and Broccoli, packaged in clear plastic container with printed label product code begins with 241442

Whole Foods Market
FDA Food Critical Dec 2, 2020

BBQ Turkey Meatballs Chef Plate with Mac & Cheese and Green Beans, packaged in clear plastic container with printed label product code begins with 241464

Whole Foods Market
FDA Food Moderate Dec 2, 2020

Green Raisins 200 grams (7 oz.) Packaged in plastic bags. Bar Code:992203621

Singh Trading Inc. DBA Roshni Foods
FDA Food Moderate Dec 2, 2020

Sysco Arrezzio 3/8" Petite Diced Tomatoes in Tomato Puree, #7807458, each metal can has the net weight of 6.38 lbs. (2.89 kg). UPC 7 34730 21799 4. The label is read in parts: "***Arrezzio Petite Diced Tomatoes in Tomato Puree *** INGREDIENTS: Vined-Ripened Tomatoes, Salt, Citric Acid, and Calcium Chloride *** DISTRIBUTED BY SYSCO CORPORATION, HOUSTON, TEXAS***

The Neil Jones Food Company
FDA Food Critical Dec 2, 2020

FRESH EXPRESS KIT CAESAR SUPREME, Romaine Lettuce, Creamy Caesar Dressing, Italian Artisan Cheeses, Savory Garlic Croutons, Total Net WT. 10.5oz (298g)

Fresh Express Incorpated
FDA Food Critical Dec 2, 2020

Chicken Breast Chef Plate with Mac & Cheese and Broccoli, packaged in clear plastic container with printed label product code begins with 299430

Whole Foods Market
FDA Food Moderate Dec 2, 2020

Synergy raw kombucha - Multi-Green; 16 fl. oz. (473 mL) UPC 7 22430 14016 2 GT's Living Foods LLC Beverly Hills, CA

GT's Living Foods
FDA Food Moderate Dec 2, 2020

Natural Grocers, Elderberries Whole Organic, 4 oz. (113g), plastic bag, UPC 0-0082-00304-3

Vitamin Cottage Natural Foods Market, Inc DBA Natural Grocers
FDA Food Critical Dec 2, 2020

Rotisserie Chicken Meals with Mac & Cheese and Broccoli, packaged in clear plastic container with printed label product code begins with 261596 261580, 261590, 261601, 261608, or 261616

Whole Foods Market
FDA Food Critical Dec 2, 2020

Macaroni & Cheese, chef s case; Macaroni & Cheese, packaged in clear plastic container; Macaroni & Cheese, online and catering product code begins with 286501, 263608, 114449, or 109866

Whole Foods Market
FDA Food Critical Dec 2, 2020

HQO High Quality Organics Organic Thyme Leaves, Whole Net Weight 30 lbs., 500 lbs. High Quality Organics 1201 Moya Boulevard Reno, Nevada 89506 Certified Organic by QAI

High Quality Organics
FDA Food Moderate Nov 25, 2020

Rosebud's brand Elderberry Syrup Kit in a 3 oz. clear stand-up pouch (GS1 Code 852782007834).

Rosebud's Ranch and Garden, LLC
FDA Food Moderate Nov 25, 2020

John Nagle Steelhead Fillets; 1/3 lb; Iceland; N44515; Habrun ehf; Packaging date: 29 10 2020

John Nagle Co.
FDA Food Critical Nov 25, 2020

Frozen French Cut Green Beans. Packaged in 20.5 lb boxes. Expiration date 11/25/2022

National Food Trading Corporation
FDA Food Moderate Nov 25, 2020

1. Giant brand " Premium Apple Cider*** 64 fl. oz. (Half Gal) 1.89L***Distributed by Foodhold USA LLC, Landover, MD 20785" 2. "Nature's Nectar 100% Fresh Apple Cider***128 fl. oz.***Distributed by Aldi, Inc. Batavia, IL 60510" 3. Open Acres Honeycrisp Apple Cider, 128 fl. oz 4. Mayer Bros. Apple Cider, 128 fl. oz.

Mayer Brothers Apple Products, Inc.
FDA Food Moderate Nov 25, 2020

Art Of Tea - Feel Better tea; Produced and Distributed by: Art of Tea LLC, Monterey Park, CA Directions: 1 Tbsp of tea in 8 oz. of water at 206 degrees; steep for 5-7 minutes. Packaged in: Black Mylar bag with label, Silver Mylar bag with label, Silver Tin Canisters with Label; 40oz, 1 lb, 5 lb (bags); 3 oz (tins). SKU's FBB1, FBB4, FBB5 4PK-FBB4, RTT-FBB, RTT6-FBB

Art Of Tea
FDA Food Critical Nov 25, 2020

Trader Joe's brand Gluten Free Battered Halibut, SKU 00503822. Product of USA. Frozen product is packed in plastic bag and sold in retail carton box (10 oz. box). Each master case contains 20/10 oz. boxes. RETAIL BOX'S label is read in parts: '***TRADER JOE'S BATTERED HALIBUT GLUTEN FREE ***INGREDIENTS: HALIBUT, WATER, YELLOW CORN FLOUR, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, RICE FLOUR, SALT, ONION POWDER, GARLIC POWDER, LEAVENING (SODIUM BECARNONATE, SODIUM ACID PYROPHOSPHATE), XANTHAN GYUM,, GUAR GUM, CAN

Orca Bay Foods LLC
FDA Food Low Nov 25, 2020

Denali Ingredients Supreme1251Coffee Cream Stabilizer, Item 501251-1014, 50 lb. bag. Storage: For maximum Performance Store at Ambient Temperatures Below 85F. This container is intended for Food Products Only. No other Use Authorized. Dispose of in an Approved Manner.

Denali Ingredients LLC

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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.