Browse Food Recalls
27 FDA food safety recalls.
FDA Food Recall Enforcement Database
Browse 27 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 27 FDA food recalls.
| Date | Product | Reason | Class | Firm |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 18, 2015 | Houston Culinary Center Greek Pasta Salad Kit | Use of ingredient with violative pesticide residue. | Class III | H E B |
| Sep 18, 2015 | Yellowfin Tuna Salad Sandwich | Use of ingredient with violative pesticide residue. | Class III | H E B |
| Sep 18, 2015 | Ciabatta Albacore Tuna Melt SS | Use of ingredient with violative pesticide residue. | Class III | H E B |
| Sep 18, 2015 | Houston Culinary Center Yellowfin Tuna Salad Kit | Use of ingredient with violative pesticide residue. | Class III | H E B |
| Sep 18, 2015 | HCC Basil Pesto FS and S; Houston Culinary Center Basil Pesto | Use of ingredient with violative pesticide residue. | Class III | H E B |
| Sep 18, 2015 | HEB Sandwich Tuna Salad 12 Grain | Use of ingredient with violative pesticide residue. | Class III | H E B |
| Sep 18, 2015 | Asian Salmon with potato and green beans | Use of ingredient with violative pesticide residue. | Class III | H E B |
| Sep 18, 2015 | HEB Shrimp Salad SS and FS By Lb; HEB Shrimp Salad 8 oz | Use of ingredient with violative pesticide residue. | Class III | H E B |
| Sep 18, 2015 | HCC Greek Pasta Salad Small SS and FS | Use of ingredient with violative pesticide residue. | Class III | H E B |
| Sep 18, 2015 | HCC Salad Tuna Classic Yellowfin SS | Use of ingredient with violative pesticide residue. | Class III | H E B |
| Sep 18, 2015 | Houston Culinary Center Cranberry Turkey Salad Base | Use of ingredient with violative pesticide residue. | Class III | H E B |
| Sep 18, 2015 | Houston Culinary Center Shrimp Salad Kit | Use of ingredient with violative pesticide residue. | Class III | H E B |
| Sep 18, 2015 | Pizza artichoke chicken 12 in Hot and Cold | Use of ingredient with violative pesticide residue. | Class III | H E B |
| Sep 18, 2015 | HEB Sis Greek Pasta Cuc Feta Kal | Use of ingredient with violative pesticide residue. | Class III | H E B |
| Sep 18, 2015 | Houston Culinary Center Penne Mozzarella Salad Kit | Use of ingredient with violative pesticide residue. | Class III | H E B |
| Sep 18, 2015 | Combo Meal Tuna Salad SS | Use of ingredient with violative pesticide residue. | Class III | H E B |
| Sep 18, 2015 | HEB Herb Seared Salmon Herb SS and FS; Houston Culinary Center Herb Seared Sa... | Use of ingredient with violative pesticide residue. | Class III | H E B |
| Sep 18, 2015 | HEB Herb Seared Salmon, Broccoli, Rice SS | Use of ingredient with violative pesticide residue. | Class III | H E B |
| Sep 2, 2015 | Hill Country Fare Natural Spring Water 1 GAL./3.78L container packaged in pol... | Possible undeclared milk allergen. | Class I | H E B Grocery Company, LP |
| Jun 25, 2015 | HEB Bake Shop 100% Whole Wheat 8 Hamburger Buns, Net Wt. 17.75 OZ (1 LB 1.75 ... | Products may contain cotton fibers. | Class II | H E B Grocery Company, LP |
| Jun 25, 2015 | Hill Country Fare 16 Hot Dog Buns Enriched Buns, Net Wt. 24 OZ (1 LB 8 OZ) (6... | Products may contain cotton fibers. | Class II | H E B Grocery Company, LP |
| Jun 25, 2015 | Good Bread 16 Wheat Buns, Net Wt. 29.4 oz (832g); HEB Bake Shop 8 Wheat Hambu... | Products may contain cotton fibers. | Class II | H E B Grocery Company, LP |
| Jun 25, 2015 | Good Bread 10" Coney, Net Wt. 18.2 OZ (516g), UPC: 041220181506; Good Bread 1... | Products may contain cotton fibers. | Class II | H E B Grocery Company, LP |
| Jun 25, 2015 | HEB Bake Shop 8 Hamburger, Enriched Buns, Net Wt. 17.75 OZ (1 LB 1.75 OZ), UP... | Products may contain cotton fibers. | Class II | H E B Grocery Company, LP |
| Jun 25, 2015 | HEB Bake Shop 8 Seeded Hamburger Buns Enriched Buns, Net Wt. 18 OZ (1 LB 2 OZ... | Products may contain cotton fibers. | Class II | H E B Grocery Company, LP |
| Jun 25, 2015 | HEB Bake Shop 8 Wheat Hot Dog Buns, Net Wt. 12 OZ, UPC: 041220191659 | Products may contain cotton fibers. | Class II | H E B Grocery Company, LP |
| Dec 22, 2012 | Cold Smoke Salmon in vacuum plastic bags, labeled in part: ***H E B***ALL NAT... | Potential to be contaminated with Listeria Monocytogenes | Class I | Marine Harvest USA, LLC |
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.