Browse Food Recalls

15 FDA food safety recalls.

FDA Food Recall Enforcement Database

Browse 15 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 15 FDA food recalls.

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Feb 6, 2015 UNCLE BEN'S(R) Ready Rice(R) ORIGINAL, ENRICHED LONG GRAIN WHITE RICE, Net Wt... UNCLE BENS(R) Ready to Heat Pouches have the potential for containing metal fragments. Class II Mars Food US
Feb 6, 2015 UNCLE BEN'S(R) Ready Rice(R) BUTTER & GARLIC FLAVORED, Net Wt 8.8 oz (250 g), UNCLE BENS(R) Ready to Heat Pouches have the potential for containing metal fragments. Class II Mars Food US
Feb 6, 2015 UNCLE BEN'S(R) Ready Rice(R) ROASTED CHICKEN FLAVORED with Carrots and Herbs,... UNCLE BENS(R) Ready to Heat Pouches have the potential for containing metal fragments. Class II Mars Food US
Feb 6, 2015 UNCLE BEN'S(R) Ready Rice(R) BEEF FLAVOR with carrots and herbs, Net Wt 8.5 o... UNCLE BENS(R) Ready to Heat Pouches have the potential for containing metal fragments. Class II Mars Food US
Feb 6, 2015 UNCLE BEN'S(R) Ready Rice(R) NEW ORLEANS STYLE RED BEANS & RICE, with a blend... UNCLE BENS(R) Ready to Heat Pouches have the potential for containing metal fragments. Class II Mars Food US
Jul 16, 2014 Uncle Ben's(R) Ready Rice GARDEN VEGETABLE, with PEAS, CARROTS, AND CORN, NET... Some pouches were filled with a different product that contains barley, a non-wheat source of glu... Class II Mars Food US
Feb 28, 2014 UNCLE BEN's(R) READY RICE(R) Original Enriched Long Grain White Rice, 8.8 oz.... Voluntary recall was initiated after identifying a number of packages with punctures on the back ... Class II Mars Food US
Feb 6, 2014 Uncle Ben's (R), Infused(R) Rice Pilaf, net weight 5 LB (2.27kg), Distribute... Reports of mild flushing reaction after consumption of product led to concern of possible product... Class II Mars Food US
Feb 6, 2014 Uncle Ben's (R), Infused(R) Rice Spanish Flavor, net weight 25 LB (11.34 kg),... Reports of mild flushing reaction after consumption of product led to concern of possible product... Class II Mars Food US
Feb 6, 2014 Uncle Ben's (R), Infused(R) Rice Saffron Flavor, net weight 5 LB (2.27kg), Di... Reports of mild flushing reaction after consumption of product led to concern of possible product... Class II Mars Food US
Feb 6, 2014 Uncle Ben's (R), Infused(R) Rice Mexican Flavor, net weight 5 LB (2.27 kg) an... Reports of mild flushing reaction after consumption of product led to concern of possible product... Class II Mars Food US
Feb 6, 2014 Uncle Ben's (R), Infused(R) Rice Garlic & Butter Flavor, net weight 5 LB (2.... Reports of mild flushing reaction after consumption of product led to concern of possible product... Class II Mars Food US
Feb 6, 2014 Uncle Ben's (R), Infused(R) Rice Roasted Chicken Flavor, net weight 5 LB (2.2... Reports of mild flushing reaction after consumption of product led to concern of possible product... Class II Mars Food US
Feb 6, 2014 Uncle Ben's (R), Infused(R) Rice Cheese Flavor, net weight 5 LB (2.27 kg), Di... Reports of mild flushing reaction after consumption of product led to concern of possible product... Class II Mars Food US
Dec 27, 2013 Uncle Ben's (R), Infused(R) Rice Mexican Flavor rice, NET WT 5 LB (2.27 kg), ... The firm received reports of flushing reactions after consumption of product led to concern of po... Class II Mars Food US

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.