Browse Food Recalls
13 FDA food safety recalls.
FDA Food Recall Enforcement Database
Browse 13 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 13 FDA food recalls.
| Date | Product | Reason | Class | Firm |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 19, 2018 | Gordon Choice Asian Sesame Ginger Dressing, Net Contents/Contenido Neto 128 F... | A blue plastic bag was inadvertently introduced into product stream. During the manufacturing pro... | Class II | Ventura Foods, LLC |
| Dec 7, 2017 | Gordon Choice Honey Mustard Dressing; Net Contents 128 FL OZ; For Distributio... | A plastic foreign object was inadvertently introduced into the product stream. The firm is recall... | Class II | Ventura Foods, LLC |
| Dec 7, 2017 | Single-serve plastic packet Italian Dressing; Case packing: Sysco Classic ... | A plastic foreign object was inadvertently introduced into the product stream. The firm is recall... | Class II | Ventura Foods, LLC |
| Dec 7, 2017 | Rio Pacific Foods Deluxe BBQ Sauce; 3.78 litre; Produced in the USA for Funny... | A plastic foreign object was inadvertently introduced into the product stream. The firm is recall... | Class II | Ventura Foods, LLC |
| Dec 7, 2017 | Gordon Choice Thousand Island Dressing; Net Contents 128 FL OZ; For Distribut... | A plastic foreign object was inadvertently introduced into the product stream. The firm is recall... | Class II | Ventura Foods, LLC |
| Dec 7, 2017 | plastic cup with foil seal: House Recipe Ranch Dressing & Dip; Distributed b... | A plastic foreign object was inadvertently introduced into the product stream. The firm is recall... | Class II | Ventura Foods, LLC |
| Dec 7, 2017 | Single-serve plastic pack: Newman's Own Lite Sesame Ginger; Net Wt. 1.5 OZ.;... | A plastic foreign object was inadvertently introduced into the product stream. The firm is recall... | Class II | Ventura Foods, LLC |
| Dec 7, 2017 | plastic cup with foil seal: House Recipe Bleu Cheese Dressing & Dip; Distrib... | A plastic foreign object was inadvertently introduced into the product stream. The firm is recall... | Class II | Ventura Foods, LLC |
| Dec 7, 2017 | Smokehouse 220 Sweet & Spicy Barbecue Sauce; Net Wt. 16 OZ.; Ventura Foods, B... | A plastic foreign object was inadvertently introduced into the product stream. The firm is recall... | Class II | Ventura Foods, LLC |
| Dec 7, 2017 | A&W All American Food Papa Sauce; 8/24 OZ. Pouches; Net Wt 12 LB. Paced Exclu... | A plastic foreign object was inadvertently introduced into the product stream. The firm is recall... | Class II | Ventura Foods, LLC |
| Dec 7, 2017 | Classic Gourmet Dressing; Country French; Net Wt 1.5 OZ.; Ventura Foods, LLC,... | A plastic foreign object was inadvertently introduced into the product stream. The firm is recall... | Class II | Ventura Foods, LLC |
| Dec 7, 2017 | Sysco Imperial Tartar Sauce; Net Contents 1 GAL; Distributed by Sysco Corpora... | A plastic foreign object was inadvertently introduced into the product stream. The firm is recall... | Class II | Ventura Foods, LLC |
| Dec 7, 2017 | Sysco Imperial Glazed Hot Bacon Dressing; Net Contents 1 GAL; Distributed by ... | A plastic foreign object was inadvertently introduced into the product stream. The firm is recall... | Class II | Ventura Foods, 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.