Severity
Moderate
ModerateClass IITerminated
FDA Food recall · Reported February 8, 2017
Vital High Protein, 8oz metal can
The firm expanded recall to include additional batches. Product recalled because of off odor and taste due to microbial contamination.
The recall
Abbott Nutrition issued this moderate-severity FDA Food recall — The firm expanded recall to include additional batches. Product recalled because of off odor and taste due t….
- Moderate
- severity level
- 31K units
- affected scope
- Class II
- classification
- February 8, 2017
- reported
Sourced from official FDA Food enforcement records. Verify recall #F-1423-2017 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This FDA Food action (record #F-1423-2017) was formally reported on February 8, 2017, with the manufacturer initiating the action on May 9, 2016. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Abbott Nutrition is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Altavista, VA. Federal records list the affected scope as 31,440 units.
The documented reason for this recall is: The firm expanded recall to include additional batches. Product recalled because of off odor and taste due to microbial contamination. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: The product was distributed in the US as well as the following foreign countries: Guam and Puerto Rico, Israel, Kuwait, Trinidad and Tobago. 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, 5 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 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 moderate severity.
Affected scope
31,440 units
Related Recalls
6
5 from same agency
Product description
Vital High Protein, 8oz metal can
Reason for recall
The firm expanded recall to include additional batches. Product recalled because of off odor and taste due to microbial contamination.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Severity class | Moderate (Class II) |
| Status | Terminated |
| Recall number | F-1423-2017 |
| Date reported | February 8, 2017 |
| Date initiated | May 9, 2016 |
| Recalling firm | Abbott Nutrition |
| Firm location | Altavista, VA |
| Affected scope | 31,440 units |
| Distribution | The product was distributed in the US as well as the following foreign countries: Guam and Puerto Rico, Israel, Kuwait, Trinidad and Tobago |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Food enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
Vital High Protein, 8oz metal can. Recalled by Abbott Nutrition. Units affected: 31,440 units.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The firm expanded recall to include additional batches. Product recalled because of off odor and taste due to microbial contamination.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the FDA Food on February 8, 2017. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: F-1423-2017.
Where was the recalled product distributed? ▼
Distribution: The product was distributed in the US as well as the following foreign countries: Guam and Puerto Rico, Israel, Kuwait, Trinidad and Tobago.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (F-1423-2017) 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 8, 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.
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Source: Federal recall agencies (FDA, CPSC, NHTSA) Aggregated federal recall feeds Recall data normalized across FDA, CPSC and NHTSA feeds; severity classifications follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type).