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FDA Food recall · Reported February 1, 2017

Dr. Pepper, 2 Liters (2.1 qt) plastic bottles, Bottled under the authority of Dr. Pepper Company, 5301 Legacy Drive, Plano, TX 75024.

Product labeled Dr. Pepper may instead contain Diet Dr. Pepper (containing undeclared Aspartame as a sweetener).

Recall #
F-1344-2017
Affected scope
297 cases (8 bottles/case)
Initiated
January 5, 2017
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Coca-Cola Consolidated recalled Dr. Pepper, 2 Liters (2.1 qt) plastic bottles, Bottled under the authority of Dr. Pepper … — a low-severity action.

Dr. Pepper, 2 Liters (2.1 qt) plastic bottles, Bottled under the authority of Dr. Pepper … was recalled by Coca-Cola Consolidated in February 1, 2017. Reason: Product labeled Dr. Pepper may instead contain Diet Dr. Pepper (containing undeclared Aspartame as a sweetene…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #F-1344-2017 with the FDA Food before acting.

The recall

Coca-Cola Consolidated issued this low-severity FDA Food recall — Product labeled Dr. Pepper may instead contain Diet Dr. Pepper (containing undeclared Aspartame as a sweetene….

Low
severity level
Class III
classification
February 1, 2017
reported

Sourced from official FDA Food enforcement records. Verify recall #F-1344-2017 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Food action (record #F-1344-2017) was formally reported on February 1, 2017, with the manufacturer initiating the action on January 5, 2017. It is classified under Low severity (Class III), with a current status of Terminated. Coca-Cola Consolidated is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Charlotte, NC. Federal records list the affected scope as 297 cases (8 bottles/case).

The documented reason for this recall is: Product labeled Dr. Pepper may instead contain Diet Dr. Pepper (containing undeclared Aspartame as a sweetener). Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: NC. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from FDA Food — clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

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Where this recall sits in its category — 3,146 children & baby products recalls on record

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Where this recall sits in the database

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Where this recall sits in the database

Of 100,165 recalls in the database, 23,668 are high severity, 72,097 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified low severity.

Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger — we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.

Severity

Low

Affected scope

297 cases (8 bottles/case)

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

Dr. Pepper, 2 Liters (2.1 qt) plastic bottles, Bottled under the authority of Dr. Pepper Company, 5301 Legacy Drive, Plano, TX 75024.

Reason for recall

Product labeled Dr. Pepper may instead contain Diet Dr. Pepper (containing undeclared Aspartame as a sweetener).

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the FDA Food recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Severity class Low (Class III)
Status Terminated
Recall number F-1344-2017
Date reported February 1, 2017
Date initiated January 5, 2017
Recalling firm Coca-Cola Consolidated
Firm location Charlotte, NC
Affected scope 297 cases (8 bottles/case)
Distribution NC

Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Food enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

What to do with this recall

Match your product against the recall record, then act on the agency remedy.

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  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

This page summarizes the official FDA Food record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Dr. Pepper, 2 Liters (2.1 qt) plastic bottles, Bottled under the authority of Dr. Pepper Company, 5301 Legacy Drive, Plano, TX 75024.. Recalled by Coca-Cola Consolidated. Units affected: 297 cases (8 bottles/case).
Why was this product recalled?
Product labeled Dr. Pepper may instead contain Diet Dr. Pepper (containing undeclared Aspartame as a sweetener).
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Food on February 1, 2017. Severity: Low. Recall number: F-1344-2017.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: NC.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (F-1344-2017) against your product. Visit the official FDA Food website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
What are the health risks of consuming a recalled food product?
Recalled food products may contain contaminants, undeclared allergens, or harmful bacteria such as Salmonella, Listeria, or E. coli. Consuming these products can cause foodborne illness ranging from mild gastrointestinal symptoms to serious conditions requiring hospitalization. If you have consumed a recalled food product and experience symptoms, contact your healthcare provider and report to the FDA via MedWatch.

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Data Sources

Source: FDA, CPSC, and NHTSA federal recall databases. This recall: FDA Food, reported February 1, 2017.

  • Source: FDA — Food and Drug Administration, openFDA Enforcement API (food, drug, and medical device recalls)
  • Source: CPSC — Consumer Product Safety Commission Recalls API (consumer product recalls and hazards)
  • Source: NHTSA — National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Recalls API (vehicle safety recalls)

Recall information is sourced from official federal agency databases. Always verify recall details with the issuing agency for the most current status. This information is for research and awareness purposes only.

Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records — no number is typed in by an editor. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of June 2026.