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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 · 2026-10-09

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 2026-10-09. 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 2026-10-09.
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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 257 of 511

FDA Food Critical Nov 15, 2017

Mann's Broccoli Cole Slaw, 1 lb bags; UPC 716519011009- US; 12 oz. bags; UPC 716519013072 - US and Canada.

Mann Packing Company, Inc.

FDA Food Critical Nov 15, 2017

Veggie Ranch Snack Pack. 7OZ UPC 24191200000 Sold in Albertson's and Safeway Stores packed in clear plastic trays and cups.

Albertsons Inc

FDA Food Low Nov 15, 2017

Green Chili Cilantro Organic Polenta, Ancient Harvest brand, Pre-cooked ready-to-heat, 12/18oz packages, UPC# 6-59201-10204-6 Green Chili Cilantro Organic Polenta, Frieda's brand, Pre-cooked just heat & serve, 12/16oz packages, UPC# 0-37842-04158-8 Ingredients: Water, Organic Yellow Cornmeal, Organic Mild Green Chilis, Salt, Organic Cilantro, Organic Cumin, Tartaric Acid, Ascorbic Acid, Beta Carotene

San Gennaro Foods, Inc

FDA Food Critical Nov 15, 2017

Vegetables Steaming. 29 OZ UPC 24214000000 Sold in Albertson's and Safeway Stores packed in clear plastic trays and cups.

Albertsons Inc

FDA Food Moderate Nov 15, 2017

Cheesey Pizza Dip, Muriel's brand, dry mix, packaged in 1 pint glass jar. Cheesey Pizza Dip, Muriel's brand, dry mix, packaged in plastic bag, net wt. 1 oz.. The label is read in parts: "***Ingredients: Onion, Red & Green Peppers, Garlic, Cayenne, Powdered Cheese (Maltodextrin, Tapioca Starch, Whey, Soybean Oil, Salt, Dextrose, Canola Oil, Cheddar Cheese Flavor Blend), Spices***".

E & E Enterprises

FDA Food Critical Nov 15, 2017

HEB Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad, 10OZ bags; UPC - 4122065112

Mann Packing Company, Inc.

FDA Food Critical Nov 15, 2017

Archer Farms Broccoli Medley 12 oz bags, UPC 085239339145

Mann Packing Company, Inc.

FDA Food Critical Nov 15, 2017

Cross Valley Farms Superfood Slaw 2 lb bag

Mann Packing Company, Inc.

FDA Food Critical Nov 15, 2017

Broccoli Carrots Grape Tomatoes & Dip 340 cal,10 oz.. UPC 24219000000 Sold in Albertson's and Safeway Stores packed in clear plastic trays and cups.

Albertsons Inc

FDA Food Critical Nov 15, 2017

Mann's Family Favorites California Stir Fry, 2 lb bags; UPC 716519020186 - US; Western Family Brand UPC 062639324858; Canada; also Signature Farms 12 oz bag 1 lb. bags, UPC 716519012181 US; 12 oz. bags UPC 716519013065 - US and Canada

Mann Packing Company, Inc.

FDA Food Critical Nov 15, 2017

Broccoli florets; 12 oz bags; Sold under the following brand names: Archer Farms Brand - US: UPC 085239319147 HEB - US UPC - 4122097505 Little Salad Bar UPC - 041498216030 Signature Farms - US UPC - 021130983407 Walmart - US 12 oz UPC 681131328845 32 oz bag UPC 681131122344 Foodservice : Mann 3 lb. bags UPC 716519030113

Mann Packing Company, Inc.

FDA Food Critical Nov 15, 2017

Mann's Family Favorites Vegetable Medley, 2 lb bags; UPC -716519020155- US and Canada Western Family Brand 2 lb bag - Canada: UPC 062639324810 1 lb. bags - UPC - 716519012150 - US 12 oz. bags; UPC - 716519013041 - US and Canada HEB Brand 12 oz. bags UPC 4122097506 Signature Farms brand 12 oz. bag UPC 021130983322 28 oz. bag UPC 021130984466 Walmart brand 12 oz. bag UPC 681131328791 2 lb. bag UPC 681131457378

Mann Packing Company, Inc.

FDA Food Moderate Nov 15, 2017

Dark Chocolate Espresso Beans: CVS Gold Emblem DARK CHOCOLATE ESPRESSO BEANS 2.25oz (64g) UPC: 0504428576601; Candy Break Dark Chocolate Espresso Beans 2.75oz (78g), UPC:024354650049; Hannaford Excellent Espresso Beans 2.75oz (78g), UPC: 041268206414; Market Basket Dark Chocolate Espresso Bean 3oz (85g), UPC: 049705168240; Weigels Dark Chocolate Espresso Beans 2.75oz (78g), UPC: 024354705206

New American Food Products, LLC DBA American Foods

FDA Food Low Nov 15, 2017

Original Polenta, Melissa's brand, Shelf stable, 12/16 oz package UPC# 0-45255-11847-6 Ingredients: Water, Organic Cornmeal, Salt, Yeast Extract, Organic Granulated Onion, Organic Granulated Garlic, Organic Celery Seed, Tartaric Acid, Ascorbic Acid, Beta Carotene

San Gennaro Foods, Inc

FDA Food Moderate Nov 15, 2017

21st CENTURY SNACK FOODS DARK CHOCOLATE ALMONDS Roasted Almonds Covered in Rich Dark Chocolate Net Wt. 6oz (170g) UPC: 0 30603 22854 9.

21ST CENTURY SNACK FOODS

FDA Food Critical Nov 15, 2017

Saut¿ Kit with Sauce, 10 OZ UPC 24261400000 Sold in Albertson's and Safeway Stores packed in clear plastic trays and cups.

Albertsons Inc

FDA Food Critical Nov 15, 2017

Vegetable Tray with Dip Grab n Go, 20 OZ UPC 24282200000 Sold in Albertson's and Safeway Stores packed in clear plastic trays and cups.

Albertsons Inc

FDA Food Low Nov 15, 2017

Basil Garlic Polenta, San Gennaro brand, Pre-cooked Ready to Heat & Serve, 12/24 oz packages, UPC# 7-62676-12402-1 Basil Garlic Polenta, San Gennaro brand, Pre-cooked Ready to Heat & Serve, 12/18 oz packages, UPC# 7-62676-15002-0 Basil Garlic Polenta, San Gennaro Canadian brand, Ready to Heat & Serve, 12/24 oz packages, UPC# 7-62676-12402-1 Basil Garlic Polenta, Sun of Italy brand, Pre-cooked Ready to Heat & Serve, 12/24oz packages, UPC# 0-33698-81698-1 Ingredients: Water, Yellow Co

San Gennaro Foods, Inc

FDA Food Critical Nov 15, 2017

COLORADO COLESLAW Ingredients: Salad Dressing, Cabbage, Tomatoes, Grapes, Carrots, Celery, Bell Peppers, Broccoli, Peanuts, Raisins Contains: Milk, Peanuts, Soy and Eggs

The Kroger Co

FDA Food Critical Nov 15, 2017

HEB Power Slaw, 10 OZ bags; UPC -4122083223

Mann Packing Company, Inc.

FDA Food Critical Nov 15, 2017

Carrots/Broccoli/Cauliflower, 14 oz.. UPC 24220800000 Sold in Albertson's and Safeway Stores packed in clear plastic trays and cups.

Albertsons Inc

FDA Food Low Nov 15, 2017

White Polenta, San Gennaro brand, 12/16oz packages, UPC# 7-62676-17400-2 White Polenta, San Gennaro brand, 6/16oz packages UPC# 7-62676-17400-2 Ingredients: Water, White Corn Meal, Salt, Tartaric Acid

San Gennaro Foods, Inc

FDA Food Critical Nov 15, 2017

HEB Stir Fry Medley, 12 OZ bags UPC4122097504 Walmart Stir Fry Medley, 12 OZ bags UPC 681131457460

Mann Packing Company, Inc.

FDA Food Critical Nov 15, 2017

ASIAN PASTA SALAD Ingredients: Cooked Pasta, Broccoli, Green Onion, Red Onion, Bell Peppers, Cashews, Peanuts, Carrots, Red Cabbage and Asian Salad Dressing Contains: Wheat, Cashews, Peanuts, Soy

The Kroger Co

FDA Food Critical Nov 15, 2017

Mann's Nourish Bowls Bacon Maple Delight, 7.15 oz trays; UPC 716519036934- Canada

Mann Packing Company, Inc.

FDA Food Critical Nov 15, 2017

Signature Farms Broccoli Stir Fry 28 OZ bags UPC 021130984459

Mann Packing Company, Inc.

FDA Food Critical Nov 15, 2017

Vegetables Steaming, 13 oz.. UPC 24214000000 Sold in Albertson's and Safeway Stores packed in clear plastic trays and cups.

Albertsons Inc

FDA Food Critical Nov 15, 2017

Mann's Culinary Cuts Shaved Brussels Sprout, 9 oz. bags; UPC 716519036859 - US and Canada; Also sold under Archer Farms 9 oz bag Also packed in foodservice size packaging; Cross Valley Farms - 2 lb bags Mann 5/2 lb. bags

Mann Packing Company, Inc.

FDA Food Critical Nov 15, 2017

California Broccoli Salad Kit Ingredients: Salad Dressing, Cider Vinegar, Broccoli, Broccoli Slaw, Mandarin Oranges, Red Onion, Cashews, Dried Cranberries, and Bacon Contains: Milk, Egg, Cashews

The Kroger Co

FDA Food Critical Nov 15, 2017

Mann's Nourish Bowls Butternut Kale Risotto, 8.75 oz tray; UPC 716519036910- Canada

Mann Packing Company, Inc.

FDA Food Low Nov 15, 2017

Sundried Tomato Organic Polenta, Ancient Harvest brand, Pre-cooked ready-to-heat, 12/18 oz packages, UPC# 6-59201-10202-2 Sundried Tomato Organic Polenta, Frieda's brand, Pre-cooked just heat & serve, 12/16 oz packages, UPC# 0-37842-04156-4 Sundried Tomato Polenta, Zerto brand, Pre-cooked ready to heat & serve, 12/24 oz packages, UPC# 0-71270-35073-7 Sun Dried Tomato Organic Polenta, Italissima brand, Ready to heat and serve, 12/16 oz packages, UPC# 7-78518-00762-9 Ingredients: Wat

San Gennaro Foods, Inc

FDA Food Low Nov 15, 2017

Variety Pack Organic, Pre-cooked just heat & serve, 12/16oz packages, UPC# 0-37842-04159-5 Includes 3 retail units each of Frieda's brand: Sun-Dried Tomato & Garlic, Basil & Garlic, Green Chili & Cilantro, Mushroom & Onion

San Gennaro Foods, Inc

FDA Food Moderate Nov 15, 2017

Cheesey Bacon Dip, Muriel's brand, dry mix, packaged in 1 pint glass jar. Cheesey Bacon Dip, Muriel's brand, dry mix, packaged in plastic bag, net wt. 1 oz. The label is read in parts: "***Ingredients: Onion, Bacon Bits (Soy Flour, Salt, Caramel Color, Soybean Oil), Powdered Cheese (Maltodextrin, Tapioca Starch, Whey, Soybean Oil, Salt Dextrose, Canola Oil, Cheddar Cheese Flavor blend***".

E & E Enterprises

FDA Food Critical Nov 15, 2017

Broccoli Carrots & Celery w/ Ranch Dip 320 cal, 9 oz.. UPC 24218900000 Sold in Albertson's and Safeway Stores packed in clear plastic trays and cups.

Albertsons Inc

FDA Food Low Nov 15, 2017

Sundried Tomato Polenta, San Gennaro brand, Pre-cooked Ready to Heat & Serve, 12/24 oz packages, UPC# 7-62676-12401-4 Sundried Tomato Polenta, San Gennaro brand, Pre-cooked Ready to Heat & Serve, 12/18 oz packages, UPC# 7-62676-15001-3 Sundried Tomato Polenta, San Gennaro Canadian brand, Ready to Heat & Serve,1 2/24 oz UPC# 7-62676-12401-4 Ingredients: Water, Yellow Corn Meal, Sun-Dried Tomatoes, Dehydrated Garlic, Salt, Tartaric Acid, Ascorbic Acid, Beta Carotene

San Gennaro Foods, Inc

FDA Food Low Nov 15, 2017

Deep Dish pre mix dough

Blue Line Food Service Distribution

FDA Food Critical Nov 15, 2017

BROCCOLI ALMOND SALAD Ingredients: Broccoli, Dressing, Grapes, Almonds, Raisins, Celery, Red Onion Contains: Egg, Almonds and Milk

The Kroger Co

FDA Food Critical Nov 15, 2017

Vegetable Medley W/Tomato Chipotle Butter, 12 OZ UPC 24263200000 Sold in Albertson's and Safeway Stores packed in clear plastic trays and cups.

Albertsons Inc

FDA Food Moderate Nov 15, 2017

Dark Chocolate Covered Berries: CVS Gold Emblem Dark Chocolate Berries 8oz (227 g), UPC: 0 50428 54100 5; Ocean State Candy Break Dark Chocolate Powerberries 9oz (255g), UPC: 024354501105

New American Food Products, LLC DBA American Foods

FDA Food Critical Nov 15, 2017

Mann's Snacking Favorites Veggie Ranch Tray, 16.5 oz bags; UPC 716519020575- US UPC 716519020605 - Canada Signature Farms Veggie Tray with Ranch Dip, 24 OZ. trays UPC 021130299553 54 oz. tray UPC 21130299560

Mann Packing Company, Inc.

FDA Food Critical Nov 15, 2017

Mann's Culinary Cuts Cauliettes Chopped Cauliflower, 14 oz bags; UPC 716519069017 - US and Canada; HEB Brand - US 14 oz. bags UPC 4122009327 Also sold under Compliments Brand (Canada) UPC 068820132547

Mann Packing Company, Inc.

FDA Food Moderate Nov 15, 2017

Harmless Coconut Probiotics Strawberries; Coconut Cultured Beverage; UPC 859078-002566; Keep refrigerated 11 lf. oz. HDPE Bottle Ingredients: Organic Coconut Water, Water, Organic Coconut Meat, Organic Cane Sugar, Organic Strawberries, live and active cultures. Harmless Harvest

Harmless Harvest

FDA Food Critical Nov 15, 2017

Mann's Family Favorites Cauliflower Florets, 3 lb bags; UPC 716519020292 - US and Canada 10 oz. bag - UPC 716519014031 - US and Canada HEB Brand 10 oz. bag UPC - 4122032278 Walmart brand 10 oz. bag UPC 681131091381 16 oz, bag UPC 681131122320 Foodservice Cross Valley Farms 3 lb. bags Mann 3 lb. bag - pizza cut Man 3 lb bag UPC 716519030113 Sysco 3 lb bags (2/3lg) also sold under Archer Farms 10 oz bag

Mann Packing Company, Inc.

FDA Food Critical Nov 15, 2017

Premium Vegetable Tray. 46 OZ UPC 24210800000 Sold in Albertson's and Safeway Stores packed in clear plastic trays and cups.

Albertsons Inc

FDA Food Critical Nov 15, 2017

Stonyfield ORGANIC O'soy Strawberry on the bottom SOY YOGURT 5.3 Oz (150g), UPC Codes: 0-52159-00603-7. KEEP REFRIGERATED

Stonyfield Farm

FDA Food Low Nov 15, 2017

Basil Garlic Organic Polenta, Ancient Harvest brand, Pre-cooked ready-to-heat, 12/18 oz packages UPC# 6-59201-10203-9 Traditional Organic Polenta, Trader Joe's brand, Pre-cooked ready-to-heat and serve, 12/18oz package UPC# 0079-7177 Basil Garlic Organic Polenta, Frieda's brand, Pre-cooked just heat & serve, 12/16 oz packages UPC# 0-37842-04157-1 Basil Garlic Organic Polenta, Italissima brand, Ready to heat and serve, 12/16 oz packages UPC# 7-78518-00761-2 Ingredients: Water, Organ

San Gennaro Foods, Inc

FDA Food Moderate Nov 15, 2017

Dark Chocolate Covered Almonds: Market Basket Dark Chocolate Almonds 11oz (311g), UPC: 049705169650

New American Food Products, LLC DBA American Foods

FDA Food Moderate Nov 15, 2017

Harmless Coconut Probiotics Mangos & Acerolas; Coconut Cultured Beverage; UPC 859078-002719 ; 11 lf. oz. HDPE Bottle; Keep refrigerated Ingredients: Organic Coconut Water, Water, Organic Coconut Meat, Organic Cane Sugar, Organic Mangos, Organic Acerolsas, live and active cultures. Harmless Harvest

Harmless Harvest

FDA Food Critical Nov 15, 2017

Mann's Nourish Bowl Cauli Rice Curry, 11 oz Tray; UPC -716519036897- US UPC - 716519036903 - Canada

Mann Packing Company, Inc.

FDA Food Moderate Nov 15, 2017

Harmless Coconut Probiotics Original; Coconut Cultured Beverage; UPC 859078-002542; Keep refrigerated 11 lf. oz. HDPE Bottle Ingredients: Organic Coconut Water, Water, Organic Coconut Meat, Organic Cane Sugar, live and active cultures. Harmless Harvest

Harmless Harvest

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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.