Browse Food Recalls
8 FDA food safety recalls.
FDA Food Recall Enforcement Database
Browse 8 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 8 FDA food recalls.
| Date | Product | Reason | Class | Firm |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 19, 2014 | Caramel Apples with red cinnamon, topped with peanuts packaged in the followi... | CDC epidemiologists have linked an outbreak of Listeria monocytogenes illness to caramel apples. | Class I | Lochirco Fruit & Produce Inc |
| Dec 19, 2014 | Caramel Apple packaged topped with colored sprinkles packaged in the followin... | CDC epidemiologists have linked an outbreak of Listeria monocytogenes illness to caramel apples. | Class I | Lochirco Fruit & Produce Inc |
| Dec 19, 2014 | Happy Apples Crunch Topping Caramel Apples, Net Wt. 3.5 oz., with Best By dat... | CDC epidemiologists have linked an outbreak of Listeria monocytogenes illness to caramel apples. | Class I | Lochirco Fruit & Produce Inc |
| Dec 19, 2014 | Caramel Apple Topped with Chocolate & Peanuts with Best By Date range - 8/25-... | CDC epidemiologists have linked an outbreak of Listeria monocytogenes illness to caramel apples. | Class I | Lochirco Fruit & Produce Inc |
| Dec 19, 2014 | Caramel Apples with Peanuts, with Best By date range - 8/25-11/23/2014, Respo... | CDC epidemiologists have linked an outbreak of Listeria monocytogenes illness to caramel apples. | Class I | Lochirco Fruit & Produce Inc |
| Dec 19, 2014 | Caramel Apples packaged in the following configurations with Best By date ran... | CDC epidemiologists have linked an outbreak of Listeria monocytogenes illness to caramel apples. | Class I | Lochirco Fruit & Produce Inc |
| Dec 19, 2014 | Happy Apples Cinnamon Crunch Caramel Apple, Net Wt. 3.5 oz., with Best By Dat... | CDC epidemiologists have linked an outbreak of Listeria monocytogenes illness to caramel apples. | Class I | Lochirco Fruit & Produce Inc |
| Dec 19, 2014 | Happy Apples Grand Gourmet Pecan Caramel Apple packaged in the following conf... | CDC epidemiologists have linked an outbreak of Listeria monocytogenes illness to caramel apples. | Class I | Lochirco Fruit & Produce 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.