Browse Food Recalls

1,258 FDA food safety recalls.

FDA Food Recall Enforcement Database

Browse 1,258 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 1,258 FDA food recalls.

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Date Product Reason Class Firm
Nov 15, 2011 McClure's Pies & Salads, Inc. Lemon Crunch Cake Undeclared allergens. Ingredient statement lists "nuts" but is not specific for walnuts. Also, ... Class II McClures, Inc.
Nov 15, 2011 McClure's Pies & Salads, Inc. Pecan Pie Undeclared allergens. Ingredient statement lists "flour" but is not specific for wheat flour Class II McClures, Inc.
Nov 15, 2011 McClure's Pies & Salads, Inc. Coconut Custard Pie Undeclared allergens. Ingredient statement lists "flour" but is not specific for wheat flour Class II McClures, Inc.
Nov 15, 2011 McClure's Pies & Salads, Inc. Pumpkin Pie Undeclared allergens. Ingredient statement lists "flour" but is not specific for wheat flour Class II McClures, Inc.
Nov 15, 2011 McClure's Pies & Salads, Inc. Cherry Pie Undeclared allergens. Ingredient statement lists "flour" but is not specific for wheat flour Class II McClures, Inc.
Nov 15, 2011 McClure's Pies & Salads, Inc. French Apple Pie Undeclared allergens. Ingredient statement lists "flour" but is not specific for wheat flour Class II McClures, Inc.
Dec 8, 2010 Country Fresh Ovens Cheese Coffee Cake, Net Wt 5 oz (142g). Dist. by Country... Recent label audits show that the Country Fresh Ovens Cheese Coffee Cake contain an undeclared al... Class II Super Mom's
Feb 22, 2008 Wildcat Creek Farms Country Style Butter Flavored Popcorn Salt, 4.5oz glass s... Possible undeclared allergens. Milk, eggs, yellow #5, yellow #6 and red 40. Class I WILDCAT CREEK POPCORN

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.