Consumers complained to an organic dairy of "bloated" packaging, spurring a nationwide recall of milk products that may be spoiled, salmonella concerns are behind a mango recall, and a recall of frozen berries that may be contaminated with E. coli has been expanded, according to federal food safety officials.
Also, the Food and Drug Administration has an important update on the multistate cyclospora outbreak that answers consumers' questions about whether it's safe to eat iceberg lettuce again.
And the Ag Department's Food Safety and Inspection Service announced the recall of nearly 30,000 pounds of imported raw beef products from Argentina that didn't go through the agency's reinspection procedures.
Read on for the latest on these and other recalls announced by the FDA, USDA, Consumer Product Safety Commission, and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Broomfield, Colorado-based Horizon Organic Dairy is voluntarily recalling more than 53,000 cases of its shelf-stable chocolate milk because it may have spoiled, the company said in an announcement on its website.
The voluntary recall of Shelf Stable (Aseptic) 1% Chocolate Milk, which has "best by" dates extending into early next year, was initiated Aug. 7 after consumer complaints about "bloated" packaging. The company said the milk, which was distributed nationwide, may prematurely spoil and could have an unpleasant taste, odor or texture.
The company said it is investigating the root cause of the issues and said that "corrective and preventive actions will be implemented to prevent recurrence."
Affected lots and expiration dates are:
Consumers should throw away the recalled product but should keep the proof of purchase and contact the company at 888-494-3020 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CDT, Monday through Friday, to see if they're eligible for a refund.
Mangoes sold at select Walmart stores in four states are being recalled because they may be contaminated with salmonella.
Panorama Produce recalled 302 boxes of mangoes distributed in Connecticut, New Jersey, New York and Pennsylvania from Aug. 10 through Aug. 21, according to a notice posted by the Food and Drug Administration.
The recalled mangoes arrived in Martina-branded cases. Individual fruit has a light-blue sticker reading "Agrofepac" and "Produce of Mexico," along with PLU number 4584 and UPC 07503061948050.
The recall began after FDA sampling detected salmonella in mangoes grown on the same farm. The sampled fruit did not enter U.S. commerce, but it came from the same source as the recalled mangoes.
No illnesses have been reported. Consumers should throw away affected mangoes or return them to the place of purchase.
Salmonella infection can cause fever, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. It can be serious or fatal for young children, older adults and people with weakened immune systems. Anyone who believes they became ill after eating the mangoes should contact a health care provider.
Walmart shoppers in 16 states should check their freezers after a recall of Great Value frozen organic berries over possible E. coli contamination was expanded.
The Food and Drug Administration said in the Sept 2 update that Frutas y Hortalizas del Sur S.A. of Chile added one lot of 10-ounce Great Value Organic Triple Berry Blend to an earlier recall of frozen organic blueberries.
The bags contain strawberries, blackberries and blueberries and are marked with lot code 6040 01-6 and a "best if used by" date of Feb. 9, 2028. The UPC is 7874211226.
The recalled berries were shipped to select Walmart stores in Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Texas and Wisconsin.
No illnesses have been linked to the triple berry blend. Consumers should not eat the berries and should discard them or return them to Walmart for a full refund.
E. coli can cause severe stomach cramps, diarrhea that may be bloody, and vomiting. Most healthy people recover within a week, but infections can cause a serious kidney complication, particularly in young children, older adults and people with weakened immune systems.
Squeezy Dumplings, part of a wildly popular toy trend that has generated thousands of TikTok and YouTube videos of creators unboxing, collecting and squeezing the toys, are being recalled because they contain water beads that can be deadly if swallowed.
The recall covers about 8,000 GIHNJSI Squeezy Dumplings sold on Amazon from May through June for about $20, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission.
The translucent, round squishy toys have cartoon faces, glitter-like particles and water beads inside. They were packaged in tan plastic containers shaped like bamboo steamers, with removable labels reading "SQUEEZY." DUMPLINGS" and "SQUEEZE ME." The toys themselves have no markings.
Water beads can expand after they are swallowed, creating choking and intestinal obstruction hazards. They can cause severe discomfort, vomiting and dehydration and potentially kill a child, the commission said. No injuries involving the recalled toys have been reported.
Consumers should stop using the toys immediately and contact seller Chenyuanhui at GIHNJSI_recall@163.com for a full refund.
American Regent Inc. is recalling three lots of epinephrine injection nationwide because cracked and leaking vials may contain particles or may no longer be sterile, according to the Food and Drug Administration.
The recall covers 30-milliliter multidose vials of Epinephrine Injection, USP, containing 1 milligram per milliliter. The affected products have a National Drug Code number of 0517-3030-01, and the affected lot numbers and expiration dates are:
The company received complaints about cracked and leaking vials, according to a recall notice posted by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Its investigation also found particles of nylon, cellulose, acrylic, polyethylene and glass.
Injecting a product containing particles could block or clot blood vessels, potentially causing a life-threatening blood clot, permanent organ damage, or death, and cracked vials also may allow contamination, the FDA said. No adverse events associated with the recalled products have been reported.
The drug is prescribed by doctors to treat severe allergic reactions, including anaphylaxis, and to raise blood pressure in adults with dangerously low blood pressure associated with septic shock.
Patients with a recalled vial should stop using it and contact their doctor or health care provider. American Regent customer service can be reached at 800-645-1706.
Two Northwest Naturals raw pet food products sold nationwide are being recalled after federal testing found salmonella and listeria.
The Portland, Oregon-based company recalled 53 cases, or 1,272 pounds, of frozen chicken recipe for cats and 19 cases, or 684 pounds, of frozen raw chicken recipe for dogs, according to a notice posted by the Food and Drug Administration.
The recalled products are:
FDA testing found salmonella in both products and listeria in the dog food. No illnesses have been reported.
Pets infected with either bacterium may become lethargic and develop diarrhea, bloody diarrhea, fever, vomiting, loss of appetite or abdominal pain. Some infected pets may show no symptoms but can still spread the bacteria to people or other animals.
People can become infected by handling contaminated pet food or touching exposed surfaces, bowls and utensils. Pregnant women, newborns, adults 65 and older, and people with weakened immune systems face a greater risk of serious listeria illness.
Consumers should stop feeding the products to their pets and return the unused food to the place of purchase for a full refund. Bowls, utensils, storage areas and other surfaces that came into contact with the food should be cleaned and sanitized, and hands should be washed thoroughly with soap and water.
Ford is recalling nearly 159,000 Mustangs, Broncos, Explorers and other vehicles in two separate campaigns because defects could cause a sudden loss of power, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
The larger recall covers 148,663 Mustangs from the 2024-26 model years. Ground connections in the wiring harness may fracture, causing the vehicle to lose drive power. The defect could also disable the headlights, air conditioning, engine cooling fan or windshield washer-fluid pump.
A second recall covers 10,001 vehicles from the 2026 model year equipped with 2.3-liter EcoBoost engines. The affected models are the Ford Bronco, Bronco Sport, Explorer, Ranger and Mustang. A piston could fail and cause the engine to lose power. Warning signs may include a check-engine light, misfiring or unusual engine noise.
Ford dealers will replace the Mustang wiring harness ground connections. Vehicles with the potentially defective EcoBoost engine will be inspected and the pistons replaced if necessary. Ford has begun notifying owners, and both repairs will be performed free of charge.
FCA US is recalling more than 239,000 Ram 1500 pickup trucks because a software error may prevent the rearview camera image from appearing when the vehicle is shifted into reverse, according to a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration report.
The recall covers about 239,131 Ram 1500 trucks from the 2025 and 2026 model years. Parent company Stellantis estimates that all of the recalled vehicles have the software defect, which can reduce a driver's view behind the truck and increase the risk of a crash.
Stellantis said it is unaware of any crashes or injuries associated with the problem. Until the repair is completed, drivers whose camera image does not appear should use their rearview and side mirrors and take extra care when backing up.
Dealers will update the radio software at no cost. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. The company's recall number is 83D.
The summer cyclospora outbreak linked to iceberg lettuce appears to be winding down, and the FDA says all recalled products are past their "best by" dates and no longer available in stores or restaurants.
The outbreak has sickened 11,458 people in 20 states, hospitalized nearly 500 and killed two, although officials have not formally declared it over.
Experts say iceberg lettuce now on the market is generally safe to eat, but consumers should still rinse produce but understand that washing may reduce but cannot eliminate the risk of cyclospora. Cooking produce to at least 158 degrees is the most reliable way to kill the parasite.
Nearly 30,000 pounds of raw beef imported from Argentina and distributed in Florida and Texas were recalled after entering the United States without a required federal reinspection, a lapse that comes as the Trump administration moves to allow substantially more foreign ground beef into the country.
While the Corte Argentino recall highlights a missed safeguard, it does not indicate a widespread quality issue with foreign beef.
Consumers should discard the recalled beef or return it for a refund.
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