With all the recent FDA layoffs and inspection cuts, it’s harder than ever to monitor food safety issues. Consumers can find up-to-date recall information on Recalls.gov, but it can be daunting to wade through all of the information.
Recalls occur when manufacturers or distributors become aware of a safety risk, defect, or otherwise faulty aspect of one of their products. Many recalls are voluntary, but when the FDA considers a product to be in violation of regulations or safety laws, they can order a business to remove the defective products currently on the market and correct any future products.
Here are some recently recalled food and medicine items every parent should know about—
- Ritz Peanut Butter Cracker Sandwiches: Multiple sizes affected with best-by dates from Nov 2025 to Jan 2026. Individual packs inside are mislabeled as cheese. Return to store or call 1-844-366-1171 for refund.
- Oscar Mayer Turkey Bacon: 12-oz, 36-oz, and 48-oz packages with use-by dates from July 18 to Sept 4, 2025. Contains Listeria risk. Return to store or contact Kraft Heinz at 1-800-280-7185.
- Wegmans Semi-Sweet Chocolate Nonpareils: 18.5oz tubs with best-by dates from Dec 2025 to April 2026. Contains undeclared milk. Return to store or call Wegmans at 1-855-934-3663.
- Riverbend Ranch Beef Jerky Sticks: Original and Jalapeño varieties in 6.9oz bags with best-by date of 11/27/2026. May contain plastic pieces. Throw away or contact Top Notch Jerky at 208-372-3231.
- Lewis Bake Shop Artisan Style 1/2 Loaf: 12oz loaves with expiration date 7/13/2025 and specific lot codes. Contains undeclared hazelnuts. Return to store or call Hartford Bakery at 1-812-425-4642.
- Little Remedies Honey Cough Syrup: Check for lot numbers 0039, 0545, 0640, 0450, or 1198 with expiration dates between 11/2025-12/2026. Call (800) 754-8853 or email [email protected] for refund instructions.
- Marketside and Home Chef Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo: Products with best-by dates of 06/27/25 or prior (Marketside) and 06/19/25 or prior (Home Chef). Throw away or return to place of purchase for a refund.
- Welby, Berkley Jensen, and VitaGlobe Vitamin B12 Gummies: Check for lot number 248046601 with expiration date 10/2026. Contains undeclared peanut allergen. Return to place of purchase or call 1-855-214-0100.
- Fuentes Farms Cucumbers: Sold at Texas flea markets in McAllen and Alamo areas between May 31-June 3. Look for lot number 357. Dispose of immediately or contact 1-956-340-8653 for questions.
If you have any of these items in your home, avoid tampering with or opening the item, and follow the instructions on the recall notice. In most cases, you can return the item to the store where you purchased it and request a full refund or replacement.
