Food recalls play a vital role in safeguarding consumers from health hazards linked to contaminated or inaccurately labeled products. Typically, brands choose to initiate recalls voluntarily when they identify issues. However, regulatory authorities, such as the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), may also enforce recalls if a public health threat is detected.
These agencies categorize recalls into specific classes based on risk analysis, making it essential for consumers to stay informed about these alerts. Here, we present a comprehensive overview of five significant food recalls currently ongoing in the United States.
Active Food Recalls: March 24 – March 30
1) Coca-Cola Cans
On March 6, Reyes Coca-Cola Bottling, LLC voluntarily recalled Coca-Cola cans due to concerns over potential foreign material contamination. The FDA classified this recall as Class II on March 24, affecting a total of 10,368 cans distributed across Illinois and Wisconsin in 12 oz packaging. Here are additional details:
- Recall Number: F-0664-2025
- Pack UPC: 0 49000-02890 4
- Can UPC: 049000-006346
- Date Code: SEP2925MDA
- Time Stamp: 1100-1253
2) Our Family Ground Coffee
This recall was triggered by the mislabeling of caffeinated bags as decaffeinated. Massimo Zanetti Beverage voluntarily issued a recall for 12-oz bags of Our Family Traverse City Cherry-Flavored Decaf Light Roast Ground Coffee on March 25, which the FDA categorized as a Class II recall.
The recall affects 4,152 bags distributed across several states:
- Colorado
- Iowa
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Kansas
- Kentucky
- Michigan
- Minnesota
- North Carolina
- North Dakota
- Nebraska
- Ohio
- South Dakota
- Wisconsin
- Wyoming
Key details include:
- Product Code: 0 70253 11080
- Best Before Date: Aug. 3, 2025
3) Frito-Lay Tortilla Chips
On March 26, Frito-Lay recalled its Tostitos-branded Cantina Traditional Yellow Corn Tortilla Chips after the potential presence of nacho cheese tortilla chips was discovered, leading to undeclared milk content—a concern for lactose-intolerant consumers. These affected 13 oz bags may have been purchased prior to March 7, with distribution reported in the following states:
“The product included in this recall was distributed to a mix of retailers including grocery, convenience and drug stores, as well as e-commerce distributors, in the following 13 states: Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Mississippi, North Carolina, Ohio, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia and West Virginia.”
Other significant facts:
- UPC Code: 28400 52848
- Guaranteed Fresh Date: 20 MAY 2025
For additional manufacturing codes, please refer to the FDA’s official announcement regarding this recall.
4) ShopRite Tuna Macaroni Salad
ShopRite of Clinton, NJ announced on March 27 the recall of its 16-ounce tuna macaroni salad due to incorrect labeling as regular macaroni salad, which may expose consumers to tuna allergens. Affected customers may receive a refund or replacement. Verify with the following details:
- PLU Code: 20599
- UPC Code: 0022059900000
5) Brioche Products from The Bakery Group
This recall involves products from The Bakery Group in Dallas, including 104 cases of 4.5-inch Brioche HB Buns and 629 cases of Dense Brioche Pullman Loaves, announced on March 25, due to potential undeclared allergens such as milk and soy.
These items were distributed between December 24, 2024, and March 12, 2025. The FDA has listed the identification criteria for these products:
“The 2 products can be identified as being delivered in a brown box with the Ben E. Keith Label on the case, product code 654203 and product code 54500. The Brioche Pullman Loaves sold to Rodeo Goat Casa Linda can be identified as being delivered in a brown box with the label Rodeo Goat Casa Linda Brioche Pullman Loaf.”
For those possessing these products, it is recommended to seek a refund or replacement. If this isn’t possible, disposal of the items is advised to prevent health risks.