Browse Food Recalls
7,466 FDA food safety recalls.
FDA Food Recall Enforcement Database
Browse 7,466 FDA food recall enforcement actions. Each entry includes the product description, reason for recall, classification (Class I through III based on severity), recalling firm, and distribution details. Food recalls are classified by health risk — Class I involves a reasonable probability of serious health consequences or death, while Class III covers products unlikely to cause harm. Use the filters below to search by year, classification, state, or keyword.
Food Safety Recalls
Browse 7,466 FDA food recalls.
| Date | Product | Reason | Class | Firm |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 18, 2012 | River Ranch brand Diced Green Cabb w/Carrot, 4 x 5lb bag, UPC: n/a; Product i... | River Ranch was notified that two separate samples of products pulled by the FDA which were produ... | Class II | River Ranch Fresh Foods LLC |
| May 18, 2012 | Fresh n Easy brand Chopped Iceberg, 4 x 5 lb bag, UPC: n/a; Product is a sala... | River Ranch was notified that two separate samples of products pulled by the FDA which were produ... | Class I | River Ranch Fresh Foods LLC |
| May 18, 2012 | Shurfresh brand Greener Garden Salad, 12 oz bag, UPC: 11161-40133; Product i... | River Ranch was notified that two separate samples of products pulled by the FDA which were produ... | Class II | River Ranch Fresh Foods LLC |
| May 18, 2012 | The Farmers Market brand Angel Hair Cole Slaw, 10 oz bag, UPC: 30034-30266; ... | River Ranch was notified that two separate samples of products pulled by the FDA which were produ... | Class II | River Ranch Fresh Foods LLC |
| May 18, 2012 | River Ranch brand Diced Grn Cabbage w/Color, 4 x 5lb bag, UPC: n/a; Product i... | River Ranch was notified that two separate samples of products pulled by the FDA which were produ... | Class II | River Ranch Fresh Foods LLC |
| May 18, 2012 | River Ranch brand Chopped Romaine, 10 oz bag, UPC: 45388-88030;Product is a s... | River Ranch was notified that two separate samples of products pulled by the FDA which were produ... | Class I | River Ranch Fresh Foods LLC |
| May 18, 2012 | River Ranch brand Iceberg & Romaine, 4 x 5 lb bag, UPC: n/a; Product is a sal... | River Ranch was notified that two separate samples of products pulled by the FDA which were produ... | Class I | River Ranch Fresh Foods LLC |
| May 18, 2012 | Shurfresh brand Romaine Garden Salad, 10 oz bag, UPC: 11161-40134; Product i... | River Ranch was notified that two separate samples of products pulled by the FDA which were produ... | Class I | River Ranch Fresh Foods LLC |
| May 18, 2012 | River Ranch brand Chopped Iceberg, 4 x 5 lb bag, UPC: n/a; Product is a salad... | River Ranch was notified that two separate samples of products pulled by the FDA which were produ... | Class I | River Ranch Fresh Foods LLC |
| May 18, 2012 | Hy Vee brand Garden Salad, 16 oz, 48 oz bag, UPC: 75450-12052, 75450-12065;... | River Ranch was notified that two separate samples of products pulled by the FDA which were produ... | Class I | River Ranch Fresh Foods LLC |
| May 18, 2012 | River Ranch brand Angel Hair, 10 oz bag, UPC: 45388-10031;Product is a salad ... | River Ranch was notified that two separate samples of products pulled by the FDA which were produ... | Class II | River Ranch Fresh Foods LLC |
| May 18, 2012 | Fresh n Easy brand Shredded Icebreg (1/4"), (1/8"), 4 x 5 lb bag, UPC: n/a; P... | River Ranch was notified that two separate samples of products pulled by the FDA which were produ... | Class I | River Ranch Fresh Foods LLC |
| May 18, 2012 | Hy Vee brand Shredded Lettuce, 8 oz bag, UPC: 75450-12053; Product is a sala... | River Ranch was notified that two separate samples of products pulled by the FDA which were produ... | Class II | River Ranch Fresh Foods LLC |
| May 18, 2012 | River Ranch brand Chopped Romaine w/ Liner, 6 x 2 lb bag, UPC: n/a; Product i... | River Ranch was notified that two separate samples of products pulled by the FDA which were produ... | Class I | River Ranch Fresh Foods LLC |
| Apr 24, 2012 | Sprouts, Natto Soybean, packed in clear plastic 1.0 lb bags, labeled in part ... | Soybean sprouts may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. | Class I | Henrys Farm Inc. |
| Apr 24, 2012 | Sprouts, Soybean, packed in clear plastic 1.0 lb and 1.5 lb. bags, labeled in... | Soybean sprouts may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. | Class I | Henrys Farm Inc. |
Frequently Asked Questions
When a food safety issue is identified — through FDA inspections, lab testing, consumer complaints, or manufacturer quality checks — the responsible company issues a recall to remove the affected products from the market. The FDA publishes an enforcement report detailing the product, the reason for the recall, and how far the product was distributed. Retailers pull the product from shelves, and consumers are advised to return it for a refund or dispose of it safely.
The leading causes include bacterial contamination (Salmonella, Listeria, E. coli), undeclared allergens (milk, wheat, soy, peanuts, tree nuts, eggs, fish, shellfish), foreign material contamination (metal, glass, plastic), and labeling errors. Undeclared allergens consistently account for the largest share of food recalls because even trace amounts can cause severe reactions in sensitive individuals.
Use the search and filter tools on this page to look up specific products, brands, or ingredients. Each recall entry includes the product description, lot numbers, and distribution details so you can determine whether your item is affected. If you find a match, stop consuming the product and return it to the store for a full refund or dispose of it safely.