Salmonella Alert: Quaker Oats Recalls 60+ Products Across the US

Salmonella Alert Quaker Oats Product recall Quaker Oats salmonella recall expands

By E.Baloyo , Parent Herald Jan 12, 11:29 pm

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The Quaker oats product recall continues as the FDA flags an expanded salmonella alert.

The Quaker Oats Company, owned by PepsiCo, is recalling 24 more of their products. These Quaker products include snacks, instant oatmeal, granola bars, and numerous cereals. In total, more than 60 Quaker products have been recalled since December 15 due to salmonella concerns. Many of the items are sold in multiple sizes or types of packaging.

Salmonella Alert: Expanded Quaker Oats Product Recall

The recent announcement by Quaker Oats Company on January 11 regarding the expansion of their December 15, 2023, recall includes a broader range of products like cereals, bars, and snacks. This update comes as further evaluations indicated possible contamination with salmonella, a harmful bacterium.

These products, now subject to recall, are available in various regions, including the United States, Saipan, Guam, and Puerto Rico. Quaker's advisory on the FDA's website urges consumers to safely discard any affected items.

Originally, the recall in December targeted specific lots of Quaker Chewy granola bars, granola cereals, and snack boxes. The recent extension adds more varieties of Quaker Chewy bars and cereals to this list.

To assist customers, Quaker Oats is issuing refunds for these recalled items. The packaging of these products includes a SmartLabel QR code, enabling purchasers to verify if their product is part of the recall.

Salmonella exposure is particularly hazardous and can be fatal, especially to certain groups like young children, elderly people, and those with weaker immune systems.

Symptoms like diarrhea, fever, and abdominal cramps typically emerge between 6 hours and 6 days after ingesting contaminated food. Other symptoms may include nausea, vomiting, and headaches.

While these signs often subside in 4 to 7 days without the need for antibiotics, the infection can have more severe or even life-threatening consequences for young children, older adults, and individuals with compromised immune systems.

FDA's Recalled Quaker Oats Products

On December 15, 2023, Quaker stated they had not received any reports of any illnesses associated with the items that were recalled.

Additionally, Quaker Oats did not immediately respond to a request for comment, and the firm has not made any public statements regarding whether or not any illnesses have been recorded after that time.

All of the products that are listed below should be discarded by consumers after they have checked their pantries for any of them.

In addition, customers who have any of the products listed below should call Quaker Consumer Relations at 1-800-492-9322 between the hours of 9 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Central Standard Time, Monday through Friday, in order to receive additional information or to request product reimbursement.

The newly added products include granola bars, cereal bars, cereals, and instant oatmeal. Some of these products are:

Cap'n Crunch Treats Crunch Berries Cereal Bar
Cap'n Crunch Instant Oatmeal
Quaker Chewy Granola Bars
Quaker Chewy Granola Breakfast Cereal
Quaker Oatmeal Squares Cinnamon, Gamesa Marias Cereal
Gatorade Protein Bar Peanut Butter Chocolate

The decision to recall these products is a sensible precautionary measure that was taken in light of the potential health concerns associated with salmonella infection.

Consumers are strongly recommended to take prompt action by disposing of recalled items and requesting product reimbursement in accordance with the recommendations provided by Quaker Oats.

It is possible for individuals to actively contribute to the creation of a safer and healthier community by remaining educated and by adopting the activities that are recommended.