Product category · Updated Aug 19, 2026
Food recalls
Food safety recalls including contamination, mislabeling, and undeclared allergens
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 · 2026-10-16
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.
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Percentiles are within this release's classified-enough category sample. Class I % uses only agency-classified notices.
| Category | Recalls | Vol %ile | Classified | Class I | Class I % | Rate %ile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medical Devices | 41,070 | 100 | 40,763 | 3,653 | 9% | 14 |
| Food | 25,513 | 86 | 25,222 | 11,676 | 46.3% | 86 |
| Drugs & Medications | 14,473 | 71 | 14,417 | 1,508 | 10.5% | 29 |
| Children & Baby Products | 4,017 | 57 | 2,483 | 352 | 14.2% | 43 |
| Dietary Supplements | 2,018 | 43 | 1,993 | 466 | 23.4% | 71 |
| Meat & Poultry | 1,672 | 29 | 1,672 | 1,145 | 68.5% | 100 |
| Cosmetics & Personal Care | 1,388 | 14 | 1,289 | 203 | 15.7% | 57 |
Food recalls by year
2000–2026
Severity distribution
Graded records only
- High severity
High severity
11,676 recalls
- Moderate
Moderate
12,535 recalls
- Lower severity 1,302
Lower severity
1,302 recalls
Recalls by issuing agency
- FDA Food
FDA Food
25,067 recalls
- CPSC 291
CPSC
291 recalls
- FDA Drug 155
FDA Drug
155 recalls
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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Bueno GC NM Reserve Mild 5-5# Z, Product Item Number 1057-4. Packaged in sealed poly film pouches. All packed in cardboard shipper box that is then sealed with attached shipper label. Total package size 5 units of 5 lbs each per case, totaling 25 lbs.
El Encanto, Incorporated
Bueno GC NM Autumn Roast Exclusive Hot 5-5# Z, Product Item Number 1015-3. Packaged in sealed poly film pouches. All packed in cardboard shipper box that is then sealed with attached shipper label. Total package size 5 units of 5 lbs each per case, totaling 25 lbs.
El Encanto, Incorporated
Similac Human Milk Fortifier Powder, .9 g packets. Label reads in part, "ADDITIONAL IRON MAY BE NECESSARY ADD ONLY TO HUMAN MILK - DO NOT ADD WATER NET WT 0.031 OZ (0.90g)***CONTAINS MILK AND SOY INGREDIENTS***USE BY***ABBOTT LABORATORIES"
Abbott Nutrition
GC Autumn Roast NO LABEL Hot 5-5# Z, Product Item Number 1062-0. Packaged in sealed poly film pouches. All packed in cardboard shipper box that is then sealed with attached shipper label. Total package size 5 units of 5 lbs each per case, totaling 25 lbs.
El Encanto, Incorporated
IQF Stuffed Brined Jalapeno Peppers w/Gorgonzola Allergen: Milk, Wheat. Prod.Code: 4013 24/30 lb bags - 720 lb totes Keep Frozen Bin# Comarco Products 501 Jackson Street, Camden, NJ 08104
Comarco Products, Inc.
Dried Tapioca Pearl, Net Wt. 7oz, 50 bags/carton, UPC Code 0893467803068
New Japan International, Inc.
GC NO LABEL Hot 5-5# Z, Product Item Number 1056-0. Packaged in sealed poly film pouches. All packed in cardboard shipper box that is then sealed with attached shipper label. Total package size 5 units of 5 lbs each per case, totaling 25 lbs.
El Encanto, Incorporated
Bueno GC Strip Mild 2-12.5# Z, Product Item Number 1071-4. Packaged in double-poly bags.
El Encanto, Incorporated
Kinnikinnick Gluten Free Original Homestyle Waffles Frozen Contains a logos on the package indicating it is gluten free, dairy free, and nut free. 210 g/7.4oz Qty/pkg - 6. UPC 62013300198 1. DPI item # 55844.
DPI Specialty Foods Northwest Inc.
Bueno GC NM Hatch Valley Blakes SuperHot 5-5# Z, Product Item Number 1028-5. Packaged in sealed poly film pouches. All packed in cardboard shipper box that is then sealed with attached shipper label. Total package size 5 units of 5 lbs each per case, totaling 25 lbs.
El Encanto, Incorporated
Mid Pac Foods brand sauce for Char Sui; Net 7 FL. oz (207 ml); Made in Hawaii, Keep in cool place UPC: 7336620250 Manufactured by Mid Pac Foods, Inc. Honolulu, HI.
Mid Pac Foods, Inc.
Bueno GC NM Hot 2-12.5# Z, Product Item Number 1081-3. Packaged in sealed poly film pouches. All packed in cardboard shipper box that is then sealed with attached shipper label. Total package size of 2 units of 12.5 lbs. each per case, totaling 25 lbs.
El Encanto, Incorporated
Bueno GC NM Mild 2-12.5# Z, Product Item Number 1093-3. Packaged in sealed poly film pouches. All packed in cardboard shipper box that is then sealed with attached shipper label. Total package size of 2 units of 12.5 lbs. each per case, totaling 25 lbs.
El Encanto, Incorporated
Bueno GC NM Hatch Valley Autumn Roast Hot 12-13 oz Z, Product Item Number 1026-2. Packaged in plastic containers. All packed in cardboard shipper box that is then sealed with attached shipper label. Total package size of 12 units of 13 oz each per case totaling 9.75 lbs.
El Encanto, Incorporated
Bueno GC NM Autumn Roast Hot 12-13 oz Z, Product Item Number 1026-1. Packaged in plastic containers. All packed in cardboard shipper box that is then sealed with attached shipper label. Total package size of 12 units of 13 oz each per case totaling 9.75 lbs.
El Encanto, Incorporated
Bueno GC Organic Mild 12-13 oz Z, Product item Number 1023-1. Packaged in plastic containers. All packed in cardboard shipper box that is then sealed with attached shipper label. Total package size of 12 units of 13 oz each per case totaling 9.75 lbs.
El Encanto, Incorporated
Kinnikinnick Original Homestyle Waffles Weight: 210 g/7.4oz Qty/Pkg: 6 Cardboard Box UPC: 62013300198 1
Cal-Fresh Produce
Bueno GC NM Hot 12-13 oz Z, Product Item Number 1022-1. Packaged in plastic containers. All packed in cardboard shipper box that is then sealed with attached shipper label. Total package size of 12 units of 13 oz each per case totaling 9.75 lbs.
El Encanto, Incorporated
Bueno GC Strip Hot 2-12.5# Z, Product Item Number 1072-4. Packaged in double-poly bags.
El Encanto, Incorporated
Bueno GC NM Mild 12-13 oz Z, Product Item Number 1024-1. Packaged in plastic containers. All packed in cardboard shipper box that is then sealed with attached shipper label. Total package size of 12 units of 13 oz each per case totaling 9.75 lbs.
El Encanto, Incorporated
Bueno GC NM XHot 12-13 oz Z, Product Item Number 1021-1. Packaged in plastic containers. All packed in cardboard shipper box that is then sealed with attached shipper label. Total package size of 12 units of 13 oz each per case totaling 9.75 lbs.
El Encanto, Incorporated
Bueno GC NM Reserve Hot 5-5# Z, Product Item Number 1056-4. Packaged in sealed poly film pouches. All packed in cardboard shipper box that is then sealed with attached shipper label. Total package size 5 units of 5 lbs each per case, totaling 25 lbs.
El Encanto, Incorporated
Bueno GC Whole Mild 2-12.5# Z, Product Item Number 1073-4. Packaged in sealed poly film pouches. All packed in cardboard shipper box that is then sealed with attached shipper label. Total package size of 2 units of 12.5 lbs. each per case, totaling 25 lbs.
El Encanto, Incorporated
Bueno GC Exclusive Shot 5-5# Z, Product Item Number 1056-8. Packaged in sealed poly film pouches. All packed in cardboard shipper box that is then sealed with attached shipper label. Total package size 5 units of 5 lbs each per case, totaling 25 lbs.
El Encanto, Incorporated
GC NO LABEL Mild 5-5# Z, Product Item Number 1057-0. Packaged in sealed poly film pouches. All packed in cardboard shipper box that is then sealed with attached shipper label. Total package size 5 units of 5 lbs each per case, totaling 25 lbs.
El Encanto, Incorporated
Bueno GC NM Mild 5-5# Z, Product Item Number 1057-3. Packaged in sealed poly film pouches. All packed in cardboard shipper box that is then sealed with attached shipper label. Total package size 5 units of 5 lbs each per case, totaling 25 lbs.
El Encanto, Incorporated
Bueno GC NM Hot 5-5# Z, Product Item Number 1056-3. Packaged in sealed poly film pouches. All packed in cardboard shipper box that is then sealed with attached shipper label. Total package size 5 units of 5 lbs each per case, totaling 25 lbs.
El Encanto, Incorporated
Bueno GC NM Hot 6-56oz Z, Product Item Number 1042-2. Packaged in plastic containers. All packed in cardboard shipper box that is then sealed with attached shipper label. Total package size of 6 units of 56 oz each per case totaling 21 lbs.
El Encanto, Incorporated
BACA'S GC Hot 12-13oz Z, Product Item Number 1010-0. Packaged in plastic containers. All packed in cardboard shipper box that is then sealed with attached shipper label. Total package size of 12 units of 13 oz each per case totaling 9.75 lbs.
El Encanto, Incorporated
Bueno GC NM Hatch Valley XXXHot 5-5# Z, Product Item Number 1020-3. Packaged in sealed poly film pouches. All packed in cardboard shipper box that is then sealed with attached shipper label. Total package size 5 units of 5 lbs each per case, totaling 25 lbs.
El Encanto, Incorporated
Bueno GC NM Mild 28oz Z, Product Item Number 1034-2. Packaged in plastic containers. All packed in cardboard shipper box that is then sealed with attached shipper label. Total package size of 6 units of 28 oz each per case totaling 10.5 lbs.
El Encanto, Incorporated
Bueno GC NM Autumn Roast Hot 5-5# Z, Product Item Number 1062-7. Packaged in sealed poly film pouches. All packed in cardboard shipper box that is then sealed with attached shipper label. Total package size 5 units of 5 lbs each per case, totaling 25 lbs.
El Encanto, Incorporated
Bueno GC NM Hot 28oz, Product Item Number 1032-2. Packaged in plastic containers. All packed in cardboard shipper box that is then sealed with attached shipper label. Total package size of 6 units of 28 oz each per case totaling 10.5 lbs.
El Encanto, Incorporated
Bueno GC NM Hatch Valley Hot 5-5# Z, Product Item Number 1056-5. Packaged in sealed poly film pouches. All packed in cardboard shipper box that is then sealed with attached shipper label. Total package size 5 units of 5 lbs each per case, totaling 25 lbs.
El Encanto, Incorporated
Bueno GC NM Mild 5-5# Z, Product Item Number 1057-7. Packaged in sealed poly film pouches. All packed in cardboard shipper box that is then sealed with attached shipper label. Total package size 5 units of 5 lbs each per case, totaling 25 lbs.
El Encanto, Incorporated
Bueno GC NM Hatch Valley Mild 2-12.5# Z, Product Item Number 1077-6. Packaged in sealed poly film pouches. All packed in cardboard shipper box that is then sealed with attached shipper label. Total package size of 2 units of 12.5 lbs. each per case, totaling 25 lbs.
El Encanto, Incorporated
Pringles, the Original, Net Weight 5.68 oz (161 g) UPC code 0 38000 84496 6 Ingredients: INGREDIENTS: DRIED POTATOES, VEGETABLE OIL (CONTAINS ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING: CORN OIL, COTTONSEED OIL, SOYBEAN OIL, AND/OR SUNFLOWER OIL), CORN FLOUR, WHEAT STARCH, MALTODEXTRIN, SALT, RICE FLOUR AND DEXTROSE. CONTAINS WHEAT INGREDIENTS Product was placed in 226 display shippers with a variety of Pringles products. PRINGLES US 4-FLV 84ct ALT
Kellogg Company
Pancake and Waffle Mix, 16 oz, UPC 620133105122, NB Item#645556
Natures Best Inc
Chocolate Gift Boxes: SC 6 Oreos, SC Small 12 Chocolate, SC Small 6 chocolate Araya Artisan Chocolate: 1545 W Grand Parkway S, Katy, TX, 77494 Tlf (281) 395-1050 info@arayachocolate.com
Araya, Inc
Kinnikinnick Gluten Free Original Homestyle Waffles Frozen Contains a logos on the package indicating it is gluten free, dairy free, and nut free. 210 g/7.4oz Qty/pkg - 6. UPC 62013300198 1.
Unified Western Grocers Inc
Kinnikinnick Gluten Free Pancake and Waffle Mix, gluten free, dairy free, nut free. 454 g/ 16 oz UPC 62013300512 2
Unified Western Grocers Inc
Dry fruits covered in chocolate in the following flavors: orange peel, mango cayenne, pear Araya Artisan Chocolate: 1545 W Grand Parkway S, Katy, TX, 77494 Tlf (281) 395-1050 info@arayachocolate.com
Araya, Inc
Chocolate S'mores Araya Artisan Chocolate: 1545 W Grand Parkway S, Katy, TX, 77494 Tlf (281) 395-1050 info@arayachocolate.com
Araya, Inc
Kinnikinnick Gluten Free Bread Crumbs Panko Style - gluten free, dairy free, nut free. 350g/12.5oz. UPC 62013360015 3 2
Unified Western Grocers Inc
PASKESZ PREMIUM BELGIAN CHOCOLATE, KOSHER PARVE, Holographic Coins, Net Wt. 0.5 oz (14g) packaged in a carton containing 12 boxes with each box containing 24 mesh bags x 0.5 oz (14g) total weight 12 oz (336g), each mesh bag contains 5 pieces, ITEM 30178. MADE IN HOLLAND FOR: PASKESZ CANDY CO., Inc. Brooklyn, NY 11232.
Paskesz Candy Co.,Inc.
Gano C'Real Spirulina, Net Wt. 450g (30gx15 sachets)
Gano Excel USA Inc
Panko Style Bread Crumbs net wt. 350g 12.5 oz. gluten free, dairy free, nut free
Braum's Ice Cream and Dairy
Original Homestyle Waffles, 7.4oz, Qty/Pkg: 6, UPC 620133001981, NB Item #616953
Natures Best Inc
Cinnamon and Brown Sugar Homestyle Waffles, 7.4oz, Qty/Pkg: 6, UPC 620133001998, NB Item #616961.
Natures Best Inc
Farm To Market Bread Co. San Francisco Sourdough, net weight 1 lb., unbleached enriched flour, water, sea salt, vitamin C. Farm to Market Bread Co., Kansas City, MO.
Farm To Market Bread Co Inc
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Data sources
- Source: FDA - openFDA Enforcement API (food, drug, and device recalls)
- Source: CPSC - Consumer Product Safety Commission Recalls
- Source: NHTSA - National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Recalls (vehicles & equipment)
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.