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Browse Food Recalls

2,151 FDA food safety recalls.

FDA Food Recall Enforcement Database

Browse 2,151 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 2,151 FDA food recalls in 2012.

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Date Product Reason Class Firm
Sep 10, 2012 #386 1/2 Farmer's Quiche 1/2 each During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub ... Class II Spartan Central Kitchen
Sep 10, 2012 #347 Sandwich Spread 5 pounds During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub ... Class II Spartan Central Kitchen
Sep 10, 2012 #766 Salad - Chicken Caesar 3/4 pounds During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub ... Class II Spartan Central Kitchen
Sep 10, 2012 #311 Fruit & Nut Wild Rice Salad 311 5 pounds During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub ... Class II Spartan Central Kitchen
Sep 10, 2012 #315 Greek Feta Pasta Salad 315 5 pounds During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub ... Class II Spartan Central Kitchen
Sep 10, 2012 #748 Chicken Spread Sandwich on White each During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub ... Class II Spartan Central Kitchen
Sep 10, 2012 #022 Salad Topper 8 ounces During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub ... Class II Spartan Central Kitchen
Sep 10, 2012 #746 Sandwich - Turkey Cheddar each During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub ... Class II Spartan Central Kitchen
Sep 10, 2012 #327 Kay Potato Salad 5 pounds During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub ... Class II Spartan Central Kitchen
Sep 10, 2012 #330 Neptune Salad 5 pounds During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub ... Class II Spartan Central Kitchen
Sep 10, 2012 Fresh Cuts, Pineapple Dices, 2 oz, Best By: SEP/15/12, Lot Number: 243 and 245. Possible fermentation. Class II Henderson's Best Fresh-Cuts, LLC
Sep 10, 2012 #329 Three Bean Salad 5 pounds During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub ... Class II Spartan Central Kitchen
Sep 10, 2012 #343 Dill Dip 5 pounds During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub ... Class II Spartan Central Kitchen
Sep 10, 2012 #765 Salad - Seven Layer 7/8 pounds During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub ... Class II Spartan Central Kitchen
Sep 10, 2012 #068 Fruit Cup: Cantalope 15.8 ounces During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub ... Class II Spartan Central Kitchen
Sep 10, 2012 #318 Grilled Chicken Pasta Salad 318 5 pounds During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub ... Class II Spartan Central Kitchen
Sep 10, 2012 #360 VG's Caesar Salad Dressing 5 pounds During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub ... Class II Spartan Central Kitchen
Sep 10, 2012 #423 12 oz Shredded Chicken Enchilada 12 ounces During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub ... Class II Spartan Central Kitchen
Sep 10, 2012 #332 Tuna Noodle Salad 5 pounds During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub ... Class II Spartan Central Kitchen
Sep 10, 2012 #372 Fruit Dip - Pre-Pack 8 ounces During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub ... Class II Spartan Central Kitchen
Sep 10, 2012 #451 12 oz Cheezy Potatoes 12 ounces During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub ... Class II Spartan Central Kitchen
Sep 10, 2012 #363 Cheddar Free Ham & Onion Cheeseball 12 ounces During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub ... Class II Spartan Central Kitchen
Sep 10, 2012 #747 Egg Salad Sandwich on White During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub ... Class II Spartan Central Kitchen
Sep 10, 2012 #429 10 oz Beef Burrito 10 ounces During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub ... Class II Spartan Central Kitchen
Sep 10, 2012 #308 Sour Cream Mac & Cheddar 308 5 pounds During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub ... Class II Spartan Central Kitchen
Sep 10, 2012 Pound Cake 12 ounces During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub ... Class II Spartan Central Kitchen
Sep 10, 2012 #427 10 oz Shepherd's Pie 10 ounces During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub ... Class II Spartan Central Kitchen
Sep 10, 2012 #303 Red White & Bleu Potato Salad 5 pounds During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub ... Class II Spartan Central Kitchen
Sep 10, 2012 #411 MME Chicken Parmesan No Meat each During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub ... Class II Spartan Central Kitchen
Sep 10, 2012 #070 Fruit Cup: Honeydew 15.8 ounces During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub ... Class II Spartan Central Kitchen
Sep 10, 2012 #324 Baked Beans 5 pounds During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub ... Class II Spartan Central Kitchen
Sep 10, 2012 #312 Seafood Pasta Salad 312 5 pounds During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub ... Class II Spartan Central Kitchen
Sep 10, 2012 #745 Sandwich - Ham & Cheese sandwich During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub ... Class II Spartan Central Kitchen
Sep 10, 2012 #335 Sunshine Salad 5 pounds During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub ... Class II Spartan Central Kitchen
Sep 10, 2012 #073 Fruit Cup: Cantalope Honeydew 15.8 ounces During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub ... Class II Spartan Central Kitchen
Sep 10, 2012 #064 Fruit Cup: Cantaloupe Honeydew Water Straw 9 ounces During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub ... Class II Spartan Central Kitchen
Sep 10, 2012 #385 1/2 Asparagus Quiche 0.5 each During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub ... Class II Spartan Central Kitchen
Sep 10, 2012 #354 Bacon Potato - 8 count Pan 8 each During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub ... Class II Spartan Central Kitchen
Sep 10, 2012 #443 10 oz Roasted Potatoes with Dill 10 ounces During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub ... Class II Spartan Central Kitchen
Sep 10, 2012 #450 10 oz Garden Veggies 10 ounces During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub ... Class II Spartan Central Kitchen
Sep 10, 2012 #358 Savory Seasoning 5 pounds During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub ... Class II Spartan Central Kitchen
Sep 10, 2012 #426 08 oz Grilled Salmon w/Couscous 8 ounces During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub ... Class II Spartan Central Kitchen
Sep 10, 2012 #701 Panini - California Turkey sandwich During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub ... Class II Spartan Central Kitchen
Sep 10, 2012 #010 Broccoli Stir Fry 0.75 pounds During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub ... Class II Spartan Central Kitchen
Sep 10, 2012 #321 Sonoma Chicken Salad 321 5 pounds During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub ... Class II Spartan Central Kitchen
Sep 10, 2012 #439 10 oz Very Green Pasta 12 ounces During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub ... Class II Spartan Central Kitchen
Sep 10, 2012 #764 Salad - Large Chef 3/4 pounds #763 Salad - Small Chef ... During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub ... Class II Spartan Central Kitchen
Sep 10, 2012 #061 Fruit Cup:Cantalope,Honeydew,Grape,Strawberry 9 ounces During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub ... Class II Spartan Central Kitchen
Sep 10, 2012 #802 Salad - No Meat Large Chef 3/4 pounds #801 Salad - No Meat Small Chef ... During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub ... Class II Spartan Central Kitchen
Sep 10, 2012 #319 Cherry Chicken Penne Salad 319 5 pounds During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub ... Class II Spartan Central Kitchen

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.