2020 Recalls
6,048 federal recalls indexed for 2020 · Page 25 of 121
2020 Recall Year Insight
Federal agencies issued 6,048 product recalls indexed by PlainRecalls in calendar year 2020. That represents about 5.79% of the 104,423 total recalls we track from 1995 through the present, and averages roughly 16.6 recalls per day across the FDA, CPSC, USDA FSIS, and NHTSA combined. Year-level views are the cleanest way to see macro patterns: volume spikes often correlate with new regulatory priorities (e.g., infant-sleep products after 2021, lithium-ion batteries after 2022), supply-chain contamination events, or changes in agency enforcement intensity, while quiet years can reflect either genuine product-safety improvements or reduced agency staffing and reporting lag. With 121 pages at 50 recalls each, browsing this year end-to-end gives a statistically representative sample of what the federal recall pipeline looked like in 2020.
On this page of 50 records, severity classification shows 43 critical, 7 moderate, and 0 lower-severity recalls. The page references 6 distinct recalling firms operating in 2 distinct product categories, with 50 of 50 records disclosing affected-unit counts. Issuing-agency distribution on this slice leans toward FDA Food (50), which matters because each agency's recall authority, hazard framing, and remedy mechanism differ, an FDA food recall, a CPSC consumer-product recall, and a NHTSA vehicle recall are legally distinct instruments even when the underlying hazard language sounds similar. Reviewing the dominant agency for a given year is one of the fastest ways to understand where federal attention was concentrated.
Year-indexed browsing serves three practical purposes: historical research (tracking how a hazard class evolved over time), consumer action (finding whether a product purchased in 2020 was later recalled), and journalistic or regulatory context (understanding what the enforcement landscape looked like in a given period). Every record on this page links to a full detail view with the hazard, remedy, distribution, and agency-assigned recall number, always use that recall number to verify current status directly with the issuing agency before acting on time-sensitive remedies, because agencies amend, terminate, and expand recalls in the months and years after initial publication. Data on this page reflects federal agency public filings; the agency's live record remains authoritative for legal, medical, or safety decisions. Verify with FDA openFDA, CPSC, USDA FSIS, or NHTSA for the system-of-record on any specific recall. PlainRecalls indexes this archive for research and consumer awareness purposes.
Item 84011, Cabbage Salsa, Refrigerated, net wt.8 OZ, packaged in Plastic Container.
Spokane Produce, Inc.
Cretors Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil Popcorn, 4.4 oz. bag, UPC 732494001170, 12 retail units per wholesale case
EAGLE FAMILY FOODS GROUP LLC
Item 80816 Guacamole Pico, Refrigerated, net wt. 12 OZ, packaged in Plastic Container.
Spokane Produce, Inc.
Item 83981 Pico De Gallo Salsa Med Saddlin' Up, Refrigerated, net wt. 16 OZ, packaged in Plastic Container. Item 83988 Pico De Gallo Salsa Med, net wt. 32 OZ, packaged in Plastic Container.
Spokane Produce, Inc.
Item 80658 SS MINESTRONE KIT , Refrigerated, net wt. 6 LB, packaged in Cardboard Box. No label.
Spokane Produce, Inc.
Item 80628 Chicken Fajita Salad Kit, Refrigerated, net wt. 5.7 LB, packaged in Cardboard Box.
Spokane Produce, Inc.
Item 80631, Epicurean Greek Salad Kit, Refrigerated, net wt. 8.4 LB, packaged in Cardboard Box.
Spokane Produce, Inc.
Item 83987 Pineapple/Mango Salsa, Refrigerated, net wt. 16 OZ, packaged in Plastic Container.
Spokane Produce, Inc.
Item 79090 Onion Yellow Sliced, Refrigerated, net wt. 5 LB, packaged in Sealed Plastic Bag. No label. Item 79100 Onion Yellow Sliced, Refrigerated, net wt. 5 LB, packaged in Sealed Plastic Bag. No label.
Spokane Produce, Inc.
Item 80827 Roasting Vegetables, Refrigerated, net wt. 17 OZ, packaged in Sealed Plastic Bag. Label does not indicate product has been roasted. Label does not have cooking instructions.
Spokane Produce, Inc.
Item 84033 Nacho Salsa Saddlin' Up, Refrigerated, net wt. 16 OZ, packaged in Plastic Container.
Spokane Produce, Inc.
Item 80735 MFB Herb Potato Salad Kit, Refrigerated, net wt. 6.9 LB, packaged in Cardboard Box.
Spokane Produce, Inc.
Item 79371 Onion White Sliced, Refrigerated, net wt. 5 LB, packaged in Sealed Plastic Bag. No label.
Spokane Produce, Inc.
Item 80576 Baby Spinach Salad, Refrigerated, net wt. 9 OZ, packaged in Plastic Container.
Spokane Produce, Inc.
Item 80616 Greek Salad Kit, Refrigerated, net wt. 5.6 LB, packaged in Cardboard Box.
Spokane Produce, Inc.
Item 84028 Fresh Hot Salsa, Refrigerated, net wt. 8 OZ, packaged in Plastic Container.
Spokane Produce, Inc.
Item 80819 ASPARAGUS w/ Mixed Vegetables, Refrigerated, net wt. 10 OZ, packaged in Sealed Plastic Bag. No label.
Spokane Produce, Inc.
Item 80848 Super Stir Fry Tray, Refrigerated, net wt. 17 OZ, packaged in Plastic Container. Label does not have cooking instructions.
Spokane Produce, Inc.
Item 80747 Citrus Kale Salad Kit, Refrigerated, net wt. 5.62 LB, packaged in Cardboard Box.
Spokane Produce, Inc.
Item 80732 MFB Macaroni Salad Kit, Refrigerated, net wt. 7.78 LB, packaged in Cardboard Box.
Spokane Produce, Inc.
Item 80929 Basil-Spinach w/ Fresh Mozzarella, Refrigerated, net wt.6.38 LB, packaged in Cardboard Box.
Spokane Produce, Inc.
Item 80644 Red Potato Salad Bacon Ranch, Refrigerated, net wt. 4 LB, packaged in Cardboard Box.
Spokane Produce, Inc.
Item 70173 Nacho Mini, Refrigerated, net wt. 20 OZ, packaged in Plastic Container. Item 81103 Nacho Tray, net wt. 40 OZ, packaged in Plastic Container. Item 81105 Nacho Tray Football, net wt. 56 OZ, packaged in Plastic Container. Item 81107 Nacho Tray Mini, net wt. 16 OZ, packaged in Plastic Container.
Spokane Produce, Inc.
Item 80194 Parisian Kale Salad Kit, Refrigerated, net wt. 4.25 LB, packaged in Cardboard Box.
Spokane Produce, Inc.
Item 80668 Epicurean Red Wedge Potato Salad, Refrigerated, net wt. 8 LB, packaged in Cardboard Box.
Spokane Produce, Inc.
Item 80634 Southwest Black Bean Salad Kit, Refrigerated, net wt. 8.7 LB, packaged in Cardboard Box.
Spokane Produce, Inc.
Item 79009 Onion Yellow Diced 3/8", Refrigerated, net wt. 14 OZ, packaged in Sealed Plastic Bag. No label.
Spokane Produce, Inc.
Item 80201 Trifecta Delight Salad Kit, Refrigerated, net wt. 9 LB, packaged in Cardboard Box.
Spokane Produce, Inc.
Item 79091 Onion Yellow Ring 3X8", Refrigerated, packaged in Sealed Plastic Bag. No label.
Spokane Produce, Inc.
Item 80583 Taco Salad, Refrigerated, net wt.11 OZ, packaged in Plastic Container.
Spokane Produce, Inc.
Item 80212 Spicy Thai Peanut Wrap, Refrigerated, net wt. 11 OZ, packaged in Plastic Wrapped.
Spokane Produce, Inc.
365 Whole Foods Market Organic White Cheddar Popcorn, 4 oz. bag, UPC 099482428747, 16 retail units per wholesale case
EAGLE FAMILY FOODS GROUP LLC
Nature's Promise Organic Lightly Salted Popcorn, 6 oz. bag, UPC 688267142611, 9 retail units per wholesale case
EAGLE FAMILY FOODS GROUP LLC
Shatto Milk Company, Choc + Chip, Chocolate Chip Cookie and Vanilla Ice Cream Sammich, Net Wt. 4.5 oz, Shatto Milk Company, Osborn, MO
Shatto Milk Co
Item 79816 or Item 79905, Turkey Hoagie w/ Avocado Spread, Refrigerated, net wt. 7 OZ, packaged in Plastic Wrapped.
Spokane Produce, Inc.
Item 79800 Chicken Salad Sandwich, Refrigerated, net wt. 5.5 OZ, packaged in Plastic Container.
Spokane Produce, Inc.
Item 84023 Fresh Medium Salsa, Refrigerated, net wt. 8 OZ, packaged in Plastic Container.
Spokane Produce, Inc.
Item 80196 Greek Quinoa Salad Kit, Refrigerated, net wt. 6.44 LB, packaged in Cardboard Box
Spokane Produce, Inc.
Item 80803 STIR FRY MIX, Refrigerated, net wt. 17 OZ, packaged in Sealed Plastic Bag. No label.
Spokane Produce, Inc.
Good & Gather Organic Kettle Corn, 7oz pkgs, film bags, 12 individual items per case.
Shearer'S Snacks
WILD MUSHROOM BARLEY soup; Manufactured By: Hale & Hearty Soups; 2x9.6lbs; 13.8 net weight; Keep Refrigerated
Hale And Hearty Soups, LLC
Item 80849 Stew Mix Trays, Refrigerated, net wt. 24 OZ, packaged in Plastic Container. Label does not have cooking instructions.
Spokane Produce, Inc.
Item 80739 Delux Macaroni Salad, Refrigerated, net wt. 7 LB, packaged in Cardboard Box.
Spokane Produce, Inc.
Item 83985 Pico De Gallo Salsa Hot, Refrigerated, net wt. 8 OZ, packaged in Plastic Container. Item 83986 Pico De Gallo Salsa Hot Saddlin' Up, Refrigerated, net wt. 16 OZ, packaged in Plastic Container.
Spokane Produce, Inc.
Item 80205, 5-LAYER BEAN DIP, Refrigerated, net wt. 24 OZ, packaged in Plastic Container.
Spokane Produce, Inc.
Item 80840 SUPER STIR FRY, Refrigerated, net wt. 5 LB packaged in Sealed Plastic Bag. No label.
Spokane Produce, Inc.
Item 79802 Tuna Salad - Wedge Sandwich, Refrigerated, net wt. 5.5 OZ, packaged in Plastic Container.
Spokane Produce, Inc.
Devonshire Bake Shop brand Lemon Italian Cream Cake, 10 , Yellow Cake Filled With Italian Lemon Cream, 12 slices
Dianne's Fine Desserts
Item 80573 Greek Salad w/ Italian Dressing, Refrigerated, net wt. 6.5 OZ, packaged in Plastic Container. Item 80572 Greek Salad, Refrigerated, net wt. 11 OZ, packaged in Plastic Container.
Spokane Produce, Inc.
Item 80101 O'BRIEN MIX, Refrigerated, net wt. 5 LB, packaged in Sealed Plastic. No label.
Spokane Produce, Inc.
Nearby Recall Years
Browse recalls from adjacent calendar years to see how federal enforcement volume has shifted over time.
Data Sources
- Source: FDA openFDA Enforcement API - calendar-year recall filings for food, drugs, and devices
- Source: USDA FSIS Recalls - calendar-year meat, poultry, and processed egg product recall filings
- Source: CPSC + NHTSA - consumer product and vehicle recall feeds for 2020
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. Figures cover calendar year 2020 across the FDA, CPSC, USDA FSIS and NHTSA federal recall feeds. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of September 2026.