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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 · 2026-09-23

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 2026-09-23. 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 2026-09-23.
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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 Critical Mar 13, 2024

Chick-fil-a Polynesian Sauce Cup: 28g single serve food service cup

T Marzetti Co

FDA Food Critical Mar 13, 2024

Chicken Enchilada with Rice & Beans/Green 14 oz. packaged in a in a Deep Meal tray Plant Fiber - Film 800.

The Fierro Group Inc. dba Rico Brands

CPSC No agency class Mar 7, 2024

Anker EverFrost Lithium-Ion Battery Powered Coolers Recalled Due to Battery Fire Hazard; Manufactured by Anker Innovations

Anker Innovations Limited, of Hong Kong

FDA Food Moderate Mar 6, 2024

Quaker Chewy Bars Less Sugar Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip 8ct 6.7 oz. Bars are individually wrapped in plastic and then packaged in paperboard boxes.

The Quaker Oats Co.

FDA Food Moderate Mar 6, 2024

Quaker Chewy Mini Dipps Summer Night S'mores 12ct 8.9 oz Bars are individually wrapped in plastic and then packaged in paperboard boxes.

The Quaker Oats Co.

FDA Food Moderate Mar 6, 2024

Cap n Crunch Instant Oatmeal 8.5 oz 6 Count ; Cap n Crunch OOPS! All Berries Instant Oatmeal8.5 oz 6 Count ; Cap n Crunch Instant Oatmeal Variety Pack 32.1 oz 24 Count

The Quaker Oats Co.

FDA Food Moderate Mar 6, 2024

Cap'n Crunch Treats Peanut Butter Crunch Cereal Bar 0.84 oz 8 Count; 2.11 oz 1 Count; 2.11 oz 12 Count;

The Quaker Oats Co.

FDA Food Critical Mar 6, 2024

Swiss cheese packaged in the following configurations: 1. Sargento Fancy Shredded Swiss Cheese, Pack Size 400/1 oz. Net Wt 25.000 lbs. Material #10000390, UPC 46100349816. 2. Sargento Fancy Shredded Swiss Cheese, Pack Size 500/0.5 oz. Net Wt 15.625 Material #10001021, UPC 46100334997. Keep Refrigerated. Product of USA. Distributed By Sargento Foods Inc, Plymouth, WI 53073 USA.

Sargento Foods, Inc.

FDA Food Moderate Mar 6, 2024

Chin Jung White Kimchi - 3 lb. 8 oz (1.58 kg) plastic jars

Chin Jung Corporation

FDA Food Moderate Mar 6, 2024

Quaker Oatmeal Squares Brown Sugar 14.5 oz; 21 oz; 43.5 oz 3 Pack; 29 oz 2 Count

The Quaker Oats Co.

FDA Food Moderate Mar 6, 2024

Cap'n Crunch Treats Bars Variety Pack 0.84 oz 32 Count;

The Quaker Oats Co.

FDA Food Moderate Mar 6, 2024

Frito-Lay Snacks Variety Pack With Quaker Chewy; 20ct 17.42 oz (493.8g)

The Quaker Oats Co.

FDA Food Moderate Mar 6, 2024

Quaker Big Chewy Bars Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip 5ct 7.4 oz, 1ct 1.48 oz, 10ct 14.8 oz. Bars are individually wrapped in plastic and packaged in paperboard boxes

The Quaker Oats Co.

FDA Food Moderate Mar 6, 2024

Quaker Chewy Bars Chocolate Chip Halloween Minis 28ct 13.8 oz; 40ct 19.6 oz. Bars are individually wrapped in plastic and packaged in paperboard boxes.

The Quaker Oats Co.

FDA Food Moderate Mar 6, 2024

Quaker Chewy Bars Chocolate Chip 8ct 6.7 oz, 18ct 15.1 oz,30ct 25.2 oz, 36ct 30.2 oz, 58ct 48.7 oz, 1ct 0.84 oz, 440ct 369.6 oz. Bars are individually wrapped in plastic and packaged in paperboard boxes.

The Quaker Oats Co.

FDA Food Moderate Mar 6, 2024

Quaker Chewy Granola Breakfast Cereal Chocolate 12.6 oz; 12.6 oz 2 Pack

The Quaker Oats Co.

FDA Food Moderate Mar 6, 2024

Quaker Chewy Granola Bar (Fruity Fun) Splendid Strawberry 0.84 oz 6 Count

The Quaker Oats Co.

FDA Food Critical Mar 6, 2024

Ready Pac Bistro Queso Crunch Salad Kit 24 oz. UPC 077745256139

Ready Pac Foods Inc

FDA Food Moderate Mar 6, 2024

Quaker Puffed Granola Blueberry Vanilla Cereal; 17 oz

The Quaker Oats Co.

FDA Food Moderate Mar 6, 2024

Quaker Chewy Granola Barsn(Fruity Fun) Amazing Apple and Splendid Strawberry Variety Pack 0.84 oz 48 Count

The Quaker Oats Co.

FDA Food Moderate Mar 6, 2024

Quaker Chewy Bars Chocolate Chunk 1ct 1.41 oz. Bars are individually wrapped in plastic and sold individually or in totes.

The Quaker Oats Co.

FDA Food Moderate Mar 6, 2024

Quaker On The Go Snack Mix; 20ct Box 344 oz

The Quaker Oats Co.

FDA Food Moderate Mar 6, 2024

Quaker Chewy Granola Bars Yogurt Blueberry Flavor 1.23 oz 1 Count; 1.23 oz 5 Count

The Quaker Oats Co.

FDA Food Moderate Mar 6, 2024

Tasty Snacks, Frito-Lay Chips, Nuts, Cookies and Quaker Chewy Bars Variety Pack 40ct 41.56 oz

The Quaker Oats Co.

FDA Food Critical Mar 6, 2024

Marketside Southwest Chopped Kit 10.3 oz. UPC 681131305129

Ready Pac Foods Inc

FDA Food Moderate Mar 6, 2024

Quaker Chewy Granola Breakfast Cereal Strawberry13.6 oz

The Quaker Oats Co.

FDA Food Moderate Mar 6, 2024

Quaker Oatmeal Squares Breakfast Cereal, Variety Pack 43.5 oz 3 Pack

The Quaker Oats Co.

FDA Food Moderate Mar 6, 2024

Quaker Chewy Granola Bars Yogurt Strawberry Flavor1.23 oz 12 Count; 1.23 oz 5 Count; 1.23 oz 1 count

The Quaker Oats Co.

FDA Food Moderate Mar 6, 2024

Lunch Box Mix, Frito-Lay Chips, Cookies and Quaker Chewy Bars Variety Pack 40ct 40.62 oz

The Quaker Oats Co.

FDA Food Moderate Mar 6, 2024

Quaker Oatmeal Squares Cinnamon 14.5 oz; 21 oz; 43.5 oz 3 Pack

The Quaker Oats Co.

FDA Food Moderate Mar 6, 2024

Quaker Chewy Dipps Llama Rama 6ct 6.3oz

The Quaker Oats Co.

FDA Food Critical Mar 6, 2024

Asiago cheese packaged in the following configurations: 1. Sargento Part #10197, Fancy Shredded Fresh Asiago Cheese Pack Size 500/0.75 oz. Material #10001006, UPC 46100342688. 2. Sargento Shredded Fresh Asiago Cheese. Pack Size 400/1 oz. Net Wt 25.000 lbs. Material #10003176, UPC 46100354865. Keep Refrigerated. Product of USA. Distributed By Sargento Foods Inc, Plymouth, WI 53073 USA.

Sargento Foods, Inc.

FDA Food Moderate Mar 6, 2024

Quaker Chewy Granola Bars (Fruity Fun) Amazing Apple 0.84 oz 6 Count

The Quaker Oats Co.

FDA Food Critical Mar 6, 2024

Sargento Part #10129 Fancy Shredded Bistro Blends Nacho & Taco Cheese Blend. Pack Size 500/.75 oz. Material #10000281, UPC 46100334157 Keep Refrigerated. Product of USA. Distributed By Sargento Foods Inc, Plymouth, WI 53073 USA.

Sargento Foods, Inc.

FDA Food Moderate Mar 6, 2024

Crunchy & Chewy Snacks, Frito-Lay Chips, Cookies, Nuts and Quaker Chewy Bars Variety Pack. 40ct 36.205 oz

The Quaker Oats Co.

FDA Food Moderate Mar 6, 2024

Oggi Pizza Plant Based Americana Beyond Meat Crumbles on Cauliflower Crust, gluten-free frozen pizza - cook before serving, net wt. 13.76oz (390g). One pizza wrapped in plastic film in a cardboard box. Retail box UPC 6 28451 68487 9. There are 12 pizza per case, and each case has UPC 1062845 1684876.

Pasta Oggi Inc.

FDA Food Moderate Mar 6, 2024

Munchies Snack Mix (Munch Mix) 0.875 oz 104 Count

The Quaker Oats Co.

FDA Food Moderate Mar 6, 2024

Cap n Crunch Cinnamon Crunch Cereal 11.2 oz; 19.3 oz;

The Quaker Oats Co.

FDA Food Critical Mar 6, 2024

Sargento Deep V Shredded Taco Cheese Blend Material #10002484, UPC 46100352281. Pack Size 500/.6 oz. Net Wt 18.750 lbs. Keep Refrigerated. Product of USA. Distributed By Sargento Foods Inc, Plymouth, WI 53073 USA.

Sargento Foods, Inc.

FDA Food Moderate Mar 6, 2024

MUTTI Crushed Tomatoes; Polpa; Net Wt 27.9 OZ (1lb 11.9 OZ) 790g; UPC 85469300071

Mutti USA Inc.

FDA Food Critical Mar 6, 2024

Cotija cheese packaged in the following configurations: 1. Sargento Course Grated Cotija Cheese Pack Size 6/5 lb. Material #10002578, UPC 46100352601. 2. Sargento Coarse Grated Cotija Cheese. Pack Size 500/0.5 oz. Net Wt. 15.625 lbs. Material #10003245, UPC 46100355176. 3. Sargento 25015 Grated Cotija Cheese. Pack Size 400/1 oz. Material # 10003379, UPC 46100355831. Keep Refrigerated. Product of USA. Distributed By Sargento Foods Inc, Plymouth, WI 53073 USA.

Sargento Foods, Inc.

FDA Food Moderate Mar 6, 2024

Quaker Chocolatey Favorites Snack Mix; 20ct Box 378 oz

The Quaker Oats Co.

FDA Food Moderate Mar 6, 2024

Chin Jung White Kimchi - 7 lb. 8 oz.(3.4 kg) plastic jars

Chin Jung Corporation

FDA Food Moderate Mar 6, 2024

Quaker Chewy Bars Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough 8ct 6.7 oz. Bars are individually wrapped in plastic and packaged in paperboard boxes.

The Quaker Oats Co.

FDA Food Critical Mar 6, 2024

Monterey Jack cheese packaged in the following configurations: 1. Sargento, Part #23602 Deep V Shredded Monterey Jack Cheese Pack Size 500/0.5 oz. Material #10001592, UPC 46100343999. 2. Sargento Fancy Shredded Monterey Jack Cheese Pack Size 400/1 oz. Net Wt 25.000 lbs. Material #10003458, UPC 46100356753. Keep Refrigerated. Product of USA. Distributed By Sargento Foods Inc, Plymouth, WI 53073 USA.

Sargento Foods, Inc.

FDA Food Critical Mar 6, 2024

Marketside Bacon Ranch Crunch Chopped Salad Kit 12.76 oz. UPC 6 8113130544 0

Braga Ranch INC.

FDA Food Critical Mar 6, 2024

Sargento Bevel Shredded Queso Quesadilla Cheese. Pack Size 450/1 oz. Net Wt 28.125 lbs. Material #10003481. UPC 46100356593. Keep Refrigerated. Product of USA. Distributed By Sargento Foods Inc, Plymouth, WI 53073 USA.

Sargento Foods, Inc.

FDA Food Moderate Mar 6, 2024

Quaker Chewy Bars Chocolate Chip Valentine Minis 28ct 13.8 oz. Bars are individually wrapped in plastic and packaged in paperboard boxes.

The Quaker Oats Co.

FDA Food Moderate Mar 6, 2024

Quaker Chewy Bars Less Sugar Chocolate Chip 8ct 6.7 oz; 18ct 15.1 oz; 58ct 48.7 oz. Bars are individually wrapped in plastic and then packaged in paperboard boxes.

The Quaker Oats Co.

FDA Food Moderate Mar 6, 2024

Frito-Lay Chips and Quaker Chewy Granola Bars Variety Pack; 40ct 36.94 oz

The Quaker Oats Co.

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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.