October 25, 2024

Your Recall Radar This Week

The Recall Guy - Weekly FDA Recall Newsletter
www.TheRecallGuy.com | October 25, 2024

Welcome to this week’s edition of “The Recall Guy”! I am here to keep you informed about the latest and most critical FDA recalls on food, drugs and medical devices.

In Today’s fast-paced world, staying on top of product recalls is more important than ever. That’s why I spend my week combing through FDA announcement, researching the details, and bringing you a concise summary of what you need to know to keep yourself and your loved ones safe.

Whether it’s popular snack food, a common over-the-counter medication, or a widely used medical device, if it’s been recalled, you’ll hear about it here first. I break down the what, why, and what-to-do for each recall, so you can take quick action if needed.

Stay safe and stay informed.

The Recall Guy

RECALLS THIS WEEK:
The list

Foods
Stay Safe with Your Groceries

Product Name: Trail Bologna Meat Processing Kits

Reason for Recall: The kits may contain undeclared soy and wheat. People who have a soy or wheat allergy or severe sensitivity run the risk of a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they eat this product. This happened because Hickory Jerky kit contents were accidentally packaged inside of Trail Bologna kit pouches.

Products Affected: 17.88 ounce pouches of Trail Bologna Meat Processing Kits, UPC code 797442404137, marked with lot # B241851006 and with a Best by Date of 2-08-27. The lot and date are printed on the front center of the pouch.

Dates Sold: The announcement does not provide specific dates the product was sold. However, the product was distributed nationwide through wholesale distribution, retail stores, and mail order via the company's website.

What to Do: Stop using the product immediately. Consumers who have purchased Trail Bologna Kit pouches from Lot B241851006 should contact Con Yeager Spice for return and replacement. Distributors who have purchased boxes of Hickory Jerky should inspect the contents of their cases for Trail Bologna kits and contact Con Yeager for return and replacement. Consumers with any questions may contact Customer Service or Sales at the Con Yeager Spice Company at 724-202-6513, 8 AM EDT through 4:15 pm EDT, Monday through Friday.

What to Watch Out For: Always check your fridge and pantry for affected products. Stay safe by staying informed! For more recall updates, follow us.

Product Name: Various ReadyMeals and Store-Made Deli Items

Reason for Recall: The products contain a chicken ingredient that might be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. This bacteria can cause serious illness, especially in young children, the elderly, and those with weakened immune systems. It can even be fatal. Healthy people might only experience short-term symptoms like fever, headache, stiffness, nausea, stomach pain, and diarrhea. However, pregnant women could have miscarriages or stillbirths.

Products Affected: 12 types of ReadyMeals and store-made deli items – a complete list of these products, including UPC codes and sell-by dates, can be found in the source material.

Dates Sold: The products were sold with "Sell Thru" dates up to and including October 11, 2024 and October 13, 2024.

Where Sold: The products were sold at Albertsons, Carrs-Safeway, Eagle, Jewel-Osco, Pavilions, Randalls, Safeway, Shaw's, Star Market, Tom Thumb, and Vons stores. These stores are located in Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Louisiana, Maine, Massachusetts, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Mexico, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Washington, and Wyoming.

Product Name: Frozen toaster waffles, Belgian waffles, and pancakes are being recalled.

Reason for Recall: The waffles and pancakes may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, which can cause serious illness.

Products Affected: Many brands of frozen toaster waffles, Belgian waffles, and pancakes are affected by this recall. For a complete list of the recalled products and their UPC codes, please refer to the FDA website at [insert hyperlink here].

Dates Sold: Recalled products were sold from October 1st, 2024 to October 11th, 2025.

Where Sold: The recalled products were distributed to retail stores throughout the United States and Canada, including but not limited to:

  • Albertsons

  • Aldi

  • Dollar General

  • Foodhold

  • HEB

  • Kroger

  • Publix

  • Target

  • Walmart

What to Do: Consumers who have purchased these products should throw them away or return them to the store where they were purchased for a full refund. Consumers with questions about the recall can contact TreeHouse Foods at 1-800-596-2903.

Product Name: Church Brothers Farms is recalling green onions.

Reason for Recall: The green onions might have Salmonella, which can make people sick.

Products Affected: The recall affects several brands of green onions, including:

  • Imperial Fresh Green Onion Iceless 4x2lb Reg (Lot Code CB272378)

  • Church Brothers Green Onions Iceless 4x2lb Reg Church Brothers Mexico (Lot Code CB272378)

  • Trader Joe's Green Onion Iceless 24x6oz Reg Trader Joe’s Mexico (Lot Code CB272378, Pack Date 092524)

Dates Sold: The affected green onions were sold in Canada and the USA. The Trader Joe's brand has a pack date of 092524.

Where Sold: The green onions were sold at stores and restaurants in Alabama, California, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, New York, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, and Virginia.

What to Do: If you have these green onions, throw them away. Do not eat them. You can call Church Brothers Farms at 1-877-590-0428 or email them at [email protected] if you have questions.

Product Name: Dakota Tom’s Sandwiches is recalling three cheeseburger varieties.

Reason for Recall: The beef patties used in the sandwiches may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, which can cause serious illness.

Products Affected: The recall impacts the following products:

  • Pepper Jack Cheeseburger (UPC 737296806008)

  • The Gambler (UPC 737296601788)

  • Bacon Cheeseburger (UPC 3729680300)

Dates Sold: The affected sandwiches have "Best By" dates ranging from September 1, 2024, to November 23, 2024.

Where Sold: The sandwiches were sold in grocery stores and convenience stores in South Dakota, North Dakota, Minnesota, Iowa, and Wyoming.

What to Do: Customers who purchased these sandwiches should return them to the store for a full refund or throw them away. Consumers with questions about the recall can contact Dakota Tom’s Sandwiches at 605-946-5123.

Product Name: Sprouts Farmers Market is recalling Chicken Street Taco Meal Kits.

Reason for Recall: The kits might have Listeria monocytogenes, a bacteria that can cause serious illness.

Products Affected: The recall includes Chicken Street Taco Meal Kits with UPC 205916813991 and "Best by" dates between September 2, 2024, and November 7, 2024.

Dates Sold: The affected kits were sold between September 2, 2024 and November 7, 2024.

Where Sold: The Chicken Street Taco kits were sold at Sprouts Farmers Markets.

What to Do: If you bought this product, do not eat it. Throw the kits away or return them to Sprouts for a full refund. You should also clean and sanitize any surfaces or containers that may have touched the product. If you have questions, you can contact Sprouts Customer Relations at sprouts.com/contact.

Drugs
Check Your Medicine Cabinet

Product Name: Staska Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is recalling Ascorbic Acid Solution for Injection (Preservative Free, Non-Corn) 500 mg/mL, 50 mL vials.

Reason for Recall: The product is being recalled because one lot of vials used in production may contain glass particles.

Products Affected: The recall affects lot SP2400058 with an expiration date of 12/31/2024.

Dates Sold: This product was distributed nationwide to licensed healthcare providers from July 31st, 2024 to August 27th, 2024.

Where Sold: The product was distributed nationwide to licensed healthcare providers.

What to Do: Healthcare providers with the recalled product should stop using it and contact Staska Pharmaceuticals to return and replace it. Consumers who have experienced problems that may be related to taking or using this product should contact their physician or healthcare provider. You can contact Staska Pharmaceuticals at 402-782-2207 or 888-801-1370 Monday through Friday 8 AM to 5 PM CDT.

Medical Devices
Ensure Your Health Devices are Safe

Product Name: Medtronic MiniMed™ 600 series or 700 series insulin pumps

Reason for Recall: Medtronic is recalling these insulin pumps because even a single drop or bump can damage the pump's internal electrical components. This damage can cause the battery to drain much faster than expected. The pump may stop delivering insulin sooner than the user expects, based on the battery alerts. This could lead to high blood sugar (hyperglycemia) or diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA), which are serious health risks that might require medical attention.

Products Affected: MiniMed™ 600 series or 700 series insulin pumps. The recall notice doesn't list specific model numbers or serial numbers.

Dates Sold: The announcement doesn't say the exact dates the pumps were sold, but Medtronic began investigating the issue in January 2023.

Where Sold: The announcement doesn't specify where the pumps were sold but notes that Medtronic issued a global notification to customers.

What to Do: If you have a MiniMed™ 600 or 700 series insulin pump, pay close attention to the pump's battery alerts and alarms. Contact Medtronic immediately if you notice your pump's

This week's newsletter has highlighted a range of recalls affecting various products we use daily. Several food items have been recalled due to possible contamination. They include meat processing kits, ready-to-eat meals, frozen breakfasts, green onions, and sandwiches. Contaminants include Listeria, Salmonella, and undeclared allergens. Additionally, a specific lot of injectable ascorbic acid solution has been recalled due to the risk of glass particles in the vials. Lastly, Medtronic has recalled some insulin pumps. A battery issue could disrupt insulin delivery. These recalls underscore the importance of staying vigilant about product safety. Always check product labels. Follow recall notices to protect your health.