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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

Newest first · Page 82 of 511

FDA Food Low Sep 27, 2023

Pasteurized Prepared Cheese Product packaged under the following brands and sizes: 1. Great Value Original Melt'n Dip Easy Melt Cheese, Net Wt 16 oz (1 lb) 453g. UPC 0 78742-01512 5. Refrigerate after Opening. Distributed By: Walmart Inc., Bentonville, AR 72716 2. Great Value Original Melt'n Dip Easy Melt Cheese, Net Wt 32 oz (2 lbs) 907g. UPC 0 78742-35328 9. Refrigerate after Opening. Distributed By: Walmart Inc., Bentonville, AR 72716 3. SE Grocers Melting American Style Cheese

Great Lakes Cheese, Inc.

FDA Food Moderate Sep 27, 2023

F-Bombs Original Truffles: 12 ounce plastic packaging, plastic packaging is packed into 4x4x2 cardboard boxes. UPC 850036018001

Fox Confections LLC

FDA Food Low Sep 27, 2023

HEB Easy Melt Salsa Queso, with Tomatoes, Jalapeno Peppers & Onions, Net Wt 32 oz (2 lbs) 907g. UPC 0 41220-33063 8. Refrigerate after Opening. Made with Pride and Care for H-E-B, San Antonio, Texas 78204

Great Lakes Cheese, Inc.

FDA Food Moderate Sep 27, 2023

1. 7 Select Cashews Halves & Pieces Honey Roasted, Net Wt 3 oz, UPC 00052548723804 2. 7 Select Cashews Halves & Pieces Honey Roasted, Net Wt 5 oz, UPC 00052548723811 3. Circle K Honey Roasted Cashews, Net Wt 2 oz, UPC 194283102749

Mount Franklin Foods LLC DBA Azar Nut Co.

FDA Food Low Sep 27, 2023

Cheese Spread Pasteurized Process packaged under the following brands and sizes: 1. bowl & Basket, A Shoprite Brand, Net Wt 32 oz (2lb)907g. UPC 0 41190-46935 2. Refrigerate after Opening. Distributed by: Wakeforn Food Corp, 5000 Riverside Drive, Keasbey, NJ 08832 2. Lucerne Dairy Farms, Family Size, American Style , Net Wt 32 oz (2lb)907g. UPC 0 21130-04365 1. Refrigerate after Opening. Distributed By Lucerne Foods, Inc., P.O. Box 99, Pleasanton, CA 94566-00009. 3. meijer Tasty Me

Great Lakes Cheese, Inc.

FDA Food Moderate Sep 27, 2023

F-Bombs Raspberry Truffles: 12 ounce plastic packaging, plastic packaging is packed into 4x4x2 cardboard boxes. UPC 850036018124

Fox Confections LLC

FDA Food Moderate Sep 27, 2023

Radish Turnip Cake (w/o shrimp): The product comes in a 900g ( 32 ounce), clear plastic package marked with UPC # 425404904110. Ingredients: White Radish, Mushrooms, Fried Dried shallot, White Rice Flour.

Southern Taiwan LLC

FDA Food Low Sep 27, 2023

Hill Country Fare Melt'n Cheese, Pasteurized Prepared Cheese Product, Net Wt 32 oz (2 lbs) 907g. UPC 0 41220-77273 5. Refrigerate after Opening. Distributed By: H-E-B, San Antonio, TX 78204

Great Lakes Cheese, Inc.

FDA Food Low Sep 27, 2023

Pasteurized Prepared Cheese Product, Queso Blanco, Half the Fat of Cheddar Cheese packaged under the following brands and sizes: 1. Clancy's CheeseMelt, Net Wt 32 oz (2 lbs) 907g. Refrigerate after Opening. Dist, & Sold exclusively by: Aldi, Batavia, IL 60510 2. Hill Country Fare Melt'n Cheese, Net Wt 32 oz (2 lbs) 907g. UPC 041220-99489 2. Refrigerate after Opening. Distributed By: H-E-B San Antonia, TX 78204

Great Lakes Cheese, Inc.

FDA Food Moderate Sep 27, 2023

F-Bombs S'Mores Truffles: 12 ounce plastic packaging, plastic packaging is packed into 4x4x2 cardboard boxes. UPC 850036018155

Fox Confections LLC

FDA Food Low Sep 27, 2023

Pasteurized Process Cheese Spread packaged under the following brands and sizes: 1. HEB Easy Melt Original, Net Wt 16 oz (1 lb) 453g. UPC 0 41220-73808 3. Refrigerate after Opening. Made with Pride and Care for H-E-B, San Antonio, Texas 78204 2. HEB Easy Melt Original, Net Wt 32 oz (2 lbs) 907g. UPC 0 41220-00767 7. Refrigerate after Opening. Made with Pride and Care for H-E-B, San Antonio, Texas 78204

Great Lakes Cheese, Inc.

FDA Food Critical Sep 27, 2023

LA ORIGINAL - THE ORIGINAL, NUT DIET MAX, Nuez de la India

OBC GROUP CORP

FDA Food Moderate Sep 27, 2023

Circle K Honey Roasted Peanuts, Net Wt 2.5 oz, UPC 194283102596

Mount Franklin Foods LLC DBA Azar Nut Co.

FDA Food Moderate Sep 27, 2023

Somebody's Mother's Island Sauce, Net Wt 9.5 oz (270g), UPC 5803100115

Somebody's Mother's Chocolate Sauce

FDA Food Low Sep 27, 2023

Great Value Melt'n Dip Easy Melt Cheese, Reduced Fat Pasteurized Prepared Cheese Product, Net Wt 32 oz (2 lbs) 907g. UPC 0 78742-01517 0. Refrigerate after Opening. Distributed By: Walmart Inc., Bentonville, AR 72716

Great Lakes Cheese, Inc.

FDA Food Low Sep 27, 2023

giant eagle Easy Melt, Pasteurized Prepared Cheese Spread. Net Wt 32 oz (2lb)907g. UPC 0 30034-06289 7. Refrigerate after Opening. Distributed by Giant Eagle, Inc., Pittsburgh, PA 15328-2809.

Great Lakes Cheese, Inc.

FDA Food Low Sep 27, 2023

Pasteurized Process Cheese Spread packaged under the following brands and sizes: 1. Great Lakes Cheese Easy Cheesy, Net Wt 32 oz (2lb)907g. UPC 0 36514-19245 0. Refrigerate After Purchase. Distributed by Great Lakes Cheese Co., Inc. Hiram, OH 44234 2. HEB Easy Melt Queso Blanco, Net Wt 16 oz (1 lb) 453g. UPC 0 41220-95298 4, Refrigerate after Opening. Made with Pride and Care for H-E-B, San Antonio, Texas 78204 3. ingles Laura Lynn Cheasy, Net Wt 32 oz (2lb)907g. UPC 0 86854-00843 0

Great Lakes Cheese, Inc.

FDA Food Moderate Sep 27, 2023

Somebody's Mother's White Chocolate, Net Wt 9.5 oz (270g), UPC 5803100102

Somebody's Mother's Chocolate Sauce

FDA Food Moderate Sep 27, 2023

1. Circle K Get Up Trail Mix, Net Wt 2 oz, UPC 194283102893 2. Circle K Get Up Trail Mix, Net Wt 6 oz, UPC 194283104262 3. 7 Select Go! Smart Rise & Shine, Net Wt 2.5 oz, UPC 00052548681500

Mount Franklin Foods LLC DBA Azar Nut Co.

FDA Food Low Sep 27, 2023

Pasteurized Prepared Cheese Product, packaged under the following brands and sizes: 1. Clancy's CheeseMelt, 1/2 Less Fat Than Cheddar Cheese, Net Wt 32 oz (2 lbs) 907g. Refrigerate after Opening. Dist, & Sold exclusively by: Aldi, Batavia, IL 60510 2. Dutch Farms Cheese Melt Original, Net Wt 32 oz (2 lbs) 907g. UPC 0 91945-66666 6. Refrigerate after Opeining. Distributed by Dutch Farms, Chicago, IL 60628. 3. Essential Everyday Melting Cheez, Net Wt 32 oz (2 lbs) 907g. UPC 0 413

Great Lakes Cheese, Inc.

FDA Food Low Sep 27, 2023

Harris Tetter Cheesy Melt, Pasteurized Prepared Cheese Product, Net Wt 32 oz (2 lbs) 907g. UPC 0 72036-70682 9. After Opening, Refrigerate Up to 8 weeks. Do Not Freeze. Proudly Distributed By: Harris Teeter, LLC, Matthews, NC 28105

Great Lakes Cheese, Inc.

FDA Food Moderate Sep 27, 2023

F-Bombs Red Velvet Truffles: 12 ounce plastic packaging, plastic packaging is packed into 4x4x2 cardboard boxes. UPC 850036018049

Fox Confections LLC

FDA Food Moderate Sep 27, 2023

F-Bombs Peanut Butter Truffles: 12 ounce plastic packaging, plastic packaging is packed into 4x4x2 cardboard boxes. UPC 850036018018

Fox Confections LLC

FDA Food Critical Sep 27, 2023

NUT DIET MAX, Nuez de la India, Aleurites Moluccanus, 30 Capsules, 500mg Veggie Caps

OBC GROUP CORP

FDA Food Moderate Sep 27, 2023

Circle K Sweet & Spicy Mix, Net Wt 7 oz; UPC 194283104613

Mount Franklin Foods LLC DBA Azar Nut Co.

FDA Food Moderate Sep 20, 2023

Cream Cheese Rangoon NET WT: 5.00 LB. (2.26 KG) CT/CS: 100 PS (5 TRAYS X 20 PCS UPC: (01)10664383187016(15)112823(10)0601233A1W package in corrugated cardboard case.

Pegasus Foods, Inc.

FDA Food Low Sep 20, 2023

La Reyna Salsa Roja, Gluten Free / Medium. Product Code 1783. Net Wt 16 oz. UPC 7 52830-92630 1. Keep Refrigerated. La Reyna, 202 4th, Vinton IA 42349

Twin Cities Co-Op Partners Inc.

FDA Food Moderate Sep 20, 2023

Individually Quick Frozen (IQF) Corn, distributed in bulk cases (1kg, 10kg, 12kg, 15kg, 25kg) to consignees for further processing. Cases are read in parts: Product of U.S.A. Packed By Twin City Foods, Inc. Stanwood, Washington. Super Sweet Grade A Cut Corn Blanched Vegetables, net wt. 12kg (12/1kg bags per case). Super Sweet Grade A Cut Corn Blanched Vegetable, net wt. 10kg Super Sweet Cut Corn Blanched Vegetables, net wt. 12kg Super Sweet Cut Corn Blanched Vegetables, LARGE, net wt. 12kg Sup

Twin City Foods, Inc.

FDA Food Moderate Sep 20, 2023

Ritchie's Distribution Pizza Dough on Parchment: packaged as 16in (regular)

Cassanos Inc

FDA Food Moderate Sep 20, 2023

Knorr Fideos con Tomate Tomato Based Pasta Soup Mix 3.5 oz UPC: 048001716162

Conopco DBA Unilever

FDA Food Moderate Sep 20, 2023

Mixed Vegetables BEST PRICE TOPVALU, net per bag 500g. Label is in foreign language. 4549414484120 Food Lion Mixed Vegetables Carrots, Corn, Green Beans & Peas. Product of USA, net wt. per bag 16oz, 12 bags per case. Distributed by Food Lion, LLC Salisbury, NC. UPC 35826005090 Kroger Mixed Vegetables Carrots, Super Sweet Corn, Green Beans & Green Peas. Product of USA, net wt. per bag 12oz, 14 bags per case. Distributed by The Kroger C. Cincinnati, OH. UPC 11110849625 Kroger Mixed Vegetables C

Twin City Foods, Inc.

FDA Food Critical Sep 20, 2023

Zespri Organic Green Kiwi, product of New Zealand, one pallet of bulk loose organic green kiwifruit was shipped to one consignee in Chicago, IL. The master carton has the barcode 067834 and the kiwi PLU label has the code GTIN 9400 9552.

David Oppenheimer & Company I LLC

FDA Food Moderate Sep 20, 2023

US Foods: Peanut Butter Toffee Bar, 3.4oz unit size, packaged in flow wrap, 24 packages per case

Killer Brownie Ltd

FDA Food Moderate Sep 20, 2023

Knorr Letras con Tomate Tomato Based Alphabet Pasta Soup Mix 3.5 oz UPC: 048001716186

Conopco DBA Unilever

FDA Food Moderate Sep 20, 2023

Trader Joe's Almond Windmill Cookies Buttery, tender cookies topped with crunchy almonds. Net Wt. 15 oz.

Fantasy Cookie Corporation

FDA Food Moderate Sep 20, 2023

Cassano's The Pizza King Premium Pizza Dough on Parchment: packaged as 16in (regular)

Cassanos Inc

FDA Food Low Sep 20, 2023

La Reyna Salsa Verde, Gluten Free / Medium. Product Code 1784. Net Wt 16 oz. UPC 7 52830-92640 0. Ingredients: Tomatillo, Jalapenos, Onions, Garlic, Salt. Keep Refrigerated. La Reyna, 202 4th, Vinton IA 42349

Twin Cities Co-Op Partners Inc.

FDA Food Critical Sep 20, 2023

Zespri Organic Green Kiwi, product of New Zealand, perishable, packaged in plastic clamshell, net wt. 1lb. UPC 818849020093. Distributed by The Oppenheimer Group, 180 Nickerson Street, Suite 211 Seattle WA. Zespri Organic Green Kiwi, product of New Zealand, perishable, packaged in plastic clamshell, net wt. 3lb, item #7953.

David Oppenheimer & Company I LLC

FDA Food Moderate Sep 20, 2023

Knorr Estrellitas con Tomate Tomato Based Star Pasta Soup Mix 3.5 oz UPC: 048001716193

Conopco DBA Unilever

FDA Food Low Sep 20, 2023

La Reyna Diablo Salsa. Red Diablo Salsa, Hot. Product Code 1782. Net Wt 8 oz. UPC 7 52830-92710 0. Ingredients: Dried Red Peppers, Tomatoes, Onion, Salt, Sesame Seed, Garlic, Olive Oil. Keep Refrigerated. La Reyna, 202 4th, Vinton IA 42349

Twin Cities Co-Op Partners Inc.

FDA Food Moderate Sep 20, 2023

Trader Joe's Dark Chocolate Chunk and Almond Cookies Net Wt. 13 oz.

Fantasy Cookie Corporation

FDA Food Moderate Sep 20, 2023

Southern Belle Seafood Crabmeat Stuffing, Packed: 2/25 lb. Bag, Net Weight: 50 lb. (22.68 kg), Use By: 08/23/2023

Shaw's Southern Belle Frozen Foods, Inc.

FDA Food Moderate Sep 20, 2023

Kernel Corn, BEST PRICE TOPVALU, net wt. per bag 300g. Label is in foreign language. UPC 4549414086232 Signature Select Golden Corn Super Sweet, Product of USA, net wt. per bag 12oz, 12 bags per case. UPC 21130090655 Food Lion Super Sweet Cut Yellow Corn, Product of USA, net wt. per bag 16oz, 12 bags per case. Distributed by Food Lion, LLC Salisbury, NC. UPC 35826079855 Kroger Super Sweet Corn, Product of USA, net wt. per bag 12oz, 14 bags per case. Distributed by The Kroger C. Cincinnati, OH

Twin City Foods, Inc.

FDA Food Critical Sep 20, 2023

TODRGANIC Natural Products, NUEZ DE LA INDIA, Natural Products, 12 Seeds 12 Semillas

Todorganic Inc.

FDA Food Low Sep 20, 2023

La Reyna Guacamole, Gluten Free. Product Code 1780. Net Wt 16 oz. UPC 7 52830-92610 3. Ingredients: Avocado, Tomato, Cilantro, Salt, Onions. Keep Refrigerated. La Reyna, 202 4th, Vinton IA 42349

Twin Cities Co-Op Partners Inc.

FDA Food Critical Sep 20, 2023

Texas Tamale Black Bean Tamales 18 oz, (1 lb. 2 oz), 510 g

TEXAS TAMALE COMPANY

FDA Food Moderate Sep 20, 2023

Individually Quick Frozen (IQF) Corn distributed in BULK TOTES (1650lbs and 1750lbs) to consignees for further processing. Bulk tote labels have cooking instructions. Individually Quick Frozen (IQF) Super Sweet Corn, foodservice item, packaged in 32oz. plastic bag, 12 bags per case. The poly bag is stamped with lot code and Product of USA. No UPC. Individually Quick Frozen (IQF) Super Sweet Cut Corn, food service item, packaged in 40oz. poly bags, 12 bags per case. The poly bag is clear (no

Twin City Foods, Inc.

FDA Food Low Sep 20, 2023

La Reyna Queso Dip. Product Code 1781. Net Wt 16 oz. UPC 7 52830-92650 9. Keep Refrigerated. Ingredients: American White Cheese, 2% Milk, White Vinegar, Onion, Salt, Jalapeno Peppers. La Reyna, 202 4th, Vinton IA 42349

Twin Cities Co-Op Partners Inc.

FDA Food Moderate Sep 20, 2023

Sodium Nitrite, Granular Super Free-Flowing Food Grade, 50lb polyethylene and paper bags - 50 per pallet

Chemtrade Solutions, LLC

CPSC No agency class Sep 14, 2023

Buffalo Games Recalls Chuckle & Roar Ultimate Water Beads Activity Kits Due to Serious Ingestion, Choking and Obstruction Hazards; One Infant Death Reported; Sold Exclusively at Target

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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.