Food and/or product recalls happen when an item is found to be unsafe, contaminated, or mislabeled, and 2026 has already seen several across the United States. Many recalls involve bacteria that can make people sick, such as Salmonella, E. coli, and Listeria. Salmonella is a germ often linked to eggs, poultry, and raw produce, and it can cause fever, stomach cramps, and diarrhea. E. coli is usually associated with ground beef and leafy greens, and certain strains can lead to severe stomach illness. Listeria is a bacteria found in ready‑to‑eat foods like deli meats, cheeses, and salads, and it’s especially dangerous for pregnant women, older adults, and people with weakened immune systems. Keeping track of recalls helps families stay informed and avoid products that may pose a risk.
Last update July 26. 2026. This recall list will be updated if/when new food and/or product recalls are announced.
Online Purchase Disclaimer:
Some recalled products may not appear on Pennsylvania’s official distribution lists but can still reach consumers in the state through online retailers. Items sold on Amazon, Walmart Marketplace, specialty food sites, or third‑party sellers may be shipped directly to Pennsylvania even if the recall notice does not specifically mention the state. For this reason, Pennsylvania consumers should review all nationwide recalls and check any products purchased online, especially imported foods, supplements, and ready‑to‑eat items.
FULL U.S.A. FOOD RECALL LIST — 2026 (January–July)
JANUARY:
Bob Evans Italian Sausage — plastic
Nature’s Bounty Magnesium — milk
Golden Dragon Cookies — sesame
Herbal Earth Turmeric — Salmonella
FEBRUARY:
Tyson Chicken Entrées — milk
Great Value Beef Patties — metal
Fresh Express Salad Kits — Listeria
Ling Ling Dumplings — egg
Hillshire Sausage — spoilage
MuscleMax Protein Powder — allergens
Royal Delights Chocolate — plastic
MARCH:
Kroger Ground Beef — E. coli ** Distributed in Pennsylvania
Perdue Chicken Tenders — rubber ** Distributed in Pennsylvania
Hormel Ham — soy
Stouffer’s Chili — spoilage
Jennie‑O Turkey Sausage — dairy
La Fromagerie Brie — Listeria ** Distributed in Pennsylvania
Dole Frozen Fruit — Hepatitis A ** Distributed in Pennsylvania
Kind Bars — tree nuts ** Distributed in Pennsylvania
Campbell’s Soup — seal failure ** Distributed in Pennsylvania
Volt Energy Drink — undeclared caffeine
APRIL:
Fresh & Ready Wraps — Listeria ** Distributed in Pennsylvania
El Monterey Burritos — allergens ** Distributed in Pennsylvania
LunchMates Snack Kits — temperature abuse
Wyman’s Frozen Berries — Norovirus ** Distributed in Pennsylvania
Ocean Star Tuna — histamine
Sweet Delights Cookies — milk ** Distributed in Pennsylvania
Herbal Roots Tea — Salmonella ** Distributed in Pennsylvania
Green Valley Vegetables — spoilage ** Distributed in Pennsylvania
MAY:
Vista MAX Supplement — yeast
MorningStar Nuggets — plastic ** Distributed in Pennsylvania
MorningStar Sausage Patties — plastic ** Distributed in Pennsylvania
JUNE:
FW Farms Chicken — eggs
Reser’s Pasta Salad — allergens
Fry Pie Factory Rolls — milk + temp
MOGO Moringa — Salmonella
JULY:
Midwest Poultry Eggs — Salmonella ** Distributed in Pennsylvania
Taylor Fresh Iceberg Lettuce — Cyclospora ** Distributed in Pennsylvania
Zen Principle Moringa — Salmonella
Peter Rabbit Purée — plastic
Ola-Ola Pounded Yam — milk
Khong Guan Rice Balls — peanuts
Maple Leaf Bacon — import violation
BCI Chicken Soup — import violation
What To Do If You Have a Recalled Product:
1. Stop using it immediately: Do not eat or cook the product.
2. Check recall details: Match brand, lot code, UPC, and dates.
3. Throw it away safely: Seal it in a bag and discard.
4. Clean surfaces it touched: Wash shelves, counters, and utensils.
5. Watch for symptoms: Monitor for illness depending on the contamination type.
6. Request a refund: Most stores refund recalled items without a receipt.
7. Follow updates: Some recalls expand over time.
- FAQ: ** Understanding Common Foodborne Bacteria:
- What is Salmonella? Salmonella is a bacteria often found in eggs, poultry, and raw produce. It can cause fever, stomach cramps, nausea, and diarrhea.
- What is E. coli? E. coli is commonly linked to ground beef and leafy greens. Harmful strains can cause severe stomach pain and bloody diarrhea.
- What is Listeria? Listeria is found in ready‑to‑eat foods like deli meats and soft cheeses. It’s especially dangerous for pregnant women and older adults.
FAQ: Other Causes of Recalls:
- Norovirus: Causes sudden vomiting and diarrhea; often linked to berries, leafy greens, and shellfish.
- Histamine (Scombroid Poisoning): Comes from improperly refrigerated fish like tuna or mackerel; causes flushing, rash, and headache.
- Cyclospora: A parasite found in contaminated produce; causes watery diarrhea, bloating, and fatigue.
- Hepatitis A: A virus affecting the liver; often linked to frozen berries or ready‑to‑eat foods.
Symptoms at a Glance:
- Salmonella: Fever, stomach cramps, diarrhea, nausea.
- E. coli: Severe stomach pain, bloody diarrhea, vomiting.
- Listeria: Fever, muscle aches, nausea; severe cases may include confusion or stiff neck.
- Norovirus: Sudden vomiting, diarrhea, stomach cramps.
- Histamine Poisoning: Flushing, headache, rash, burning mouth.
- Cyclospora: Watery diarrhea, bloating, cramps, fatigue.
- Hepatitis A: Fatigue, stomach pain, nausea, dark urine, yellowing of skin or eyes.
For More Information:
Consumers who want additional details about a recall, contamination type, or product safety can visit the official FDA, USDA, CDC, or Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture websites. These agencies provide full recall notices, distribution maps, product photos, lot numbers, and updates if a recall expands. Retailers also maintain recall pages for items sold in their stores or online. Checking these sources regularly helps Pennsylvania consumers stay informed and verify whether a recalled product may affect their household.
Helpful Links & More Information:
FDA – Food Recalls & Safety Alerts https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts
USDA FSIS – Meat, Poultry & Egg Recalls https://www.fsis.usda.gov/recalls
CDC – Foodborne Outbreak Investigations https://www.cdc.gov/foodsafety/outbreaks
Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture – Food Safety Alerts https://www.agriculture.pa.gov/FoodSafety
Retailer Recall Pages:
Walmart: https://corporate.walmart.com/recalls
Target: https://corporate.target.com/press/releases/recalls
please note for Target: type RECALL in the search to see all products recalled
