Recalls announced or updated this week involve widely sold foods, pet products, eye drops and vehicles, with hazards ranging from glass contamination and salmonella to mechanical defects that could increase crash risks.
Federal health officials also continue to investigate a record-setting surge in cyclosporiasis cases, including more than 10,000 illnesses linked to iceberg lettuce from central Mexico.
Sources for this report include the Food and Drug Administration, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Dreyer's Grand Ice Cream is recalling certain Outshine Fruit Bars nationwide after consumers reported finding glass in the products, according to the Food and Drug Administration.
The recall covers specific lots of Strawberry, Watermelon, Grape, Tangerine and Black Cherry 6-count packages of 2.5-ounce bars, as well as 24-count variety packs. No other Outshine products are included.
No illnesses or injuries have been reported to date. Consumers should throw away affected bars or return them for a refund.
Three dogs became ill after eating a raw dog food that has since tested positive for salmonella, prompting a recall of hundreds of bags distributed in 11 states, according to the Food and Drug Administration.
Oma's Pride of Avon, Connecticut, is recalling 639 6-pound bags of Woof Complete Canine Chicken Recipe from lot BB012729. The recall was initiated after the FDA received a consumer complaint and tested a sample of the food, which came back positive for salmonella. No human illnesses have been reported.
The frozen raw dog food was distributed from Feb. 12 through May 15 to retail and wholesale accounts in Arizona, California, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, New Jersey, Nevada, New York, Pennsylvania and Virginia. It also was sold directly to consumers online and shipped frozen.
The recalled product has a Jan. 27, 2026, manufacturing date, a Jan. 27, 2029, best-by date and UPC 8 7938400145 9. No other Oma's Pride products, sizes or lots are affected.
Dogs infected with salmonella may develop lethargy, diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, fever, vomiting, decreased appetite and abdominal pain. Infected pets also can shed the bacteria and spread it to people or other animals. People can become infected by handling contaminated pet food or surfaces it has touched.
Consumers should stop feeding the recalled food to their dogs, dispose of it and contact Oma's Pride for a refund. Pet food bowls, storage containers and utensils that came into contact with the food should be washed and sanitized, and hands should be washed thoroughly after handling them.
The Food and Drug Administration has upgraded the recall of frozen blueberries sold at Publix grocery stores to Class I, the highest risk level, according to an enforcement report.
Publix said on July 29 that it had recalled four varieties of GreenWise organic blueberries and mixed berries because of the potential for E. coli contamination.
A Class I recall is one "in which there is a reasonable probability that the use of or exposure to a violative product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death," according to the FDA.
The products were sold in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee and Virginia. A full list of products involved in the recall is found on the FDA website.
At least 12 people have been infected with the outbreak strain of E. coli, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
A multistate cyclospora outbreak linked to iceberg lettuce from central Mexico has now sickened 10,930 people in 17 states, according to federal health officials.
Those tied to the outbreak are among 15,700 cases of the parasitic infection known as cyclosporiasis in 47 states since May 1, according to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Another 11,840 cases are under investigation.
The illness, characterized by explosive diarrhea, typically ramps up in warm summer months, but 2026 has seen a record number of cases, the agency said. Last summer, only 1,180 cases.
Cyclospora infection occurs by consuming food or water contaminated with feces. Because the parasite requires one to two weeks outside the body to mature, person-to-person spread is rare. Fresh produce can become contaminated when grown in affected soil or washed with polluted water.
All of the Taylor Farms de Mexico-sourced lettuce linked to the outbreak has been removed from the market, according to the Food and Drug Administration.
Apart from the thousands of cases linked to recalled iceberg lettuce, investigators have not identified the food source for most of the other 2026 cyclosporiasis cases, according to the FDA. Federal officials are investigating several additional clusters, but the foods responsible remain unknown.
Nearly 40,000 bottles of Clear Eyes eye drops distributed nationwide are being recalled because of potential contamination, according to the Food and Drug Administration.
Prestige Brands Holdings recalled 39,060 bottles of Clear Eyes Maximum Itchy Eye Relief after determining there was a "lack of assurance of sterility," the FDA said. The recall was initiated on July 29 and classified on Aug. 14 as a Class II recall.
A Class II recall means use of the product could cause temporary or medically reversible health problems, while the probability of serious consequences is remote, according to the FDA.
The recall covers 0.5-fluid-ounce, or 15-milliliter, bottles from lot 2552A with an expiration date of Sept. 30, 2027. The product has NDC number 67172-999-01 and UPC 6 78112 65920 3.
The over-the-counter drops are used to relieve redness, dryness, burning and irritation of the eyes.
The recalled bottles were distributed nationwide. The FDA lists the recall as ongoing.
BMW is recalling 27,720 vehicles because excessive wear where the driveshaft connects to the rear differential could cause a loss of power to the rear wheels or allow a parked vehicle to roll away, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
The recall covers certain 2022-2026 BMW 8 Series vehicles, 2024-2026 BMW 750e xDrive vehicles, and 2021-2023 BMW 5 Series vehicles. The affected models include the 840i, 840i xDrive, 750e xDrive, 540i, 540i xDrive and M550i xDrive.
BMW told federal regulators the connection between the driveshaft and rear differential can wear excessively over time. In rare cases, the defect could cause the rear wheels to lose power, increasing the risk of a crash. If the parking brake is not applied, an affected vehicle also could roll away.
BMW said it is not aware of any crashes or injuries related to the problem. The automaker began investigating in December 2024 after noticing an increase in field incidents and decided Aug. 5 to conduct a voluntary recall.
Dealers will inspect the driveshaft-to-differential connection and either apply adhesive or replace the driveshaft and rear differential if necessary. The repairs will be performed free of charge.
Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed Oct. 2. The recall is NHTSA campaign number 26V525.
Chrysler is recalling more than 74,000 Dodge Durango SUVs because their rear spoilers can come loose and fall into the road, creating a crash hazard for other drivers, The Detroit News reported.
The recall covers 74,578 model-year 2021-2023 Durangos, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The rear spoiler may not be properly aligned with the roof and can strike it when the liftgate is opened or closed. Repeated contact can damage the spoiler and potentially cause it to detach.
The SUVs were previously recalled over rear spoiler problems, but vehicles repaired under those earlier recalls will need to be repaired again, according to The Detroit News.
Chrysler has received 116 warranty claims, 37 other service records, and eight customer assistance records potentially related to the problem. No crashes or injuries have been reported.
A remedy is still being developed. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed beginning Sept. 10.
Owners can check whether their vehicle is affected by entering a VIN or license plate number in the NHTSA recall lookup. The recall is NHTSA campaign number 26V528.
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