The Recall Desk

Hazard

Bacterial Contamination recalls

441 recalls in our database tag this hazard, drawn from FDA, USDA FSIS, CPSC, and NHTSA source notices.

What the numbers show

Total
441
Critical
19
Severe
172
Most recent
2026-09-03

Of the 441 bacterial contamination recalls we have scored against our rubric, 19 (4%) are Critical — deaths or serious injuries reported, or the agency’s own highest classification — and 172 (39%) are Severe.

About this hazard tag

Hazard tags are short, machine-readable labels we attach to every recall to make cross-cutting queries possible — “all bacterial contamination recalls regardless of agency”, “all listeria recalls in California”, “all airbag recalls in 2025”. The tags are extracted from each recall’s source text during the LLM rewrite step and validated against a fixed schema.

A recall can carry multiple tags — a Listeria recall might also be tagged ready-to-eat and undeclared-allergen. Use the full-text search if you want to combine hazard tags with brand or category filters.

151–175 of 441

  • SevereFDA (Food)·F-0591-2022·2022-02-02

    Roma Sliced Salad Recalled for Potential Listeria Contamination

    Fresh Express Inc is recalling Roma Sliced salad products in 1.5lb. packages due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. The affected products were distributed to domestic and Canadian distributors.

    Product
    "Roma Sliced" (salad product) packed in 1.5lb. packages
    Category
    Food
    Distribution
    20 states
  • HighFDA (Food)·F-0620-2022·2022-02-02

    Bake Crafters Maple Waffle Chicken Sausage Recalled for Listeria Contamination Risk

    Bake Crafters is recalling Maple Waffle WG Chicken Sausage due to potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination. The affected products were distributed to distribution centers in Idaho and Pennsylvania.

    Product
    Bake Crafters - Maple Waffle WG Chicken Sausage Packaged into cardboard containers 126 units per case
    Category
    Food
    Distribution
    2 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0511-2022·2022-01-26

    Microbiological Reference Products Recalled for Bacterial Contamination

    Microbiologics Inc is recalling KWIK-STIK and LYFO DISK microbiological reference products contaminated with Staphylococcus epidermidis. Fifty-nine kits were distributed to multiple U.S. states and countries.

    Product
    KWIK-STIK 2 Pack, Catalog #0894P; KWIK-STIK 6 Pack, Catalog #0894K; and LYFO DISK, Catalog #0894L; Microsporum canis derived from ATCC 36299.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    13 states
  • SevereFDA (Food)·F-0358-2022·2021-12-22

    Livia One Organic Daily Topical Spray Probiotics recalled for Pseudomonas contamination

    Livia Global is recalling Livia One Organic Daily Topical Spray Probiotics because the product may be contaminated with Pseudomonas aeruginosa, a bacterium that can cause infection.

    Product
    Livia One Organic Daily Topical Spray Probiotics; 4 oz. (120 ml) UPC: 0 30915 10710 5 Recommended use: Topical: Spray affected area 2-5 times daily as needed. Ingredients: Proprietary probiotic blend in an enzyme enriched substrate: Lactobacillus-Acidophilus, L. Rhamn
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    0 states
  • HighFDA (Food)·F-0357-2022·2021-12-22

    Livia One Organic Daily Liquid Probiotics recalled for bacterial contamination

    Livia Global is recalling Livia One Organic Daily Liquid Probiotics in 2 oz. and 4 oz. bottles due to contamination with Pseudomonas aeruginosa, a bacterium that can cause illness.

    Product
    Livia One Organic Daily Liquid Probiotics; 2 oz. (59 ml) and 4 oz. (120 ml) UPC: 0 30915 10711 2 - 2 oz. 0 30915 10716 7 - 4 oz. Recommended use: Internal: Adults 4 droppers full daily. Children 12 yrs and under 1-2 droppers daily. Ingredients: Proprietary prob
    Category
    Food
    Distribution
    0 states
  • HighFDA (Food)·F-0359-2022·2021-12-22

    Livia One Organic Probiotic Nasal Spray Recalled for Pseudomonas Contamination

    Livia Global is recalling Livia One Organic Probiotic Nasal Spray due to contamination with Pseudomonas aeruginosa, a bacterium that can cause respiratory infection.

    Product
    Livia One Organic Probiotic Nasal Spray; 1 oz. (30 ml) UPC: 0 30915 10719 8 Suggested use: Adult - 102 pumps in each nostril as needed 1-3 times per day; Children 4-12 years : 1/4-1/2 pump in each nostril as needed - 103 times daily as needed. Children 3 and under: It is
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    0 states
  • SevereFDA (Food)·F-0214-2022·2021-12-01

    MaryRuth's Organic Infants Liquid Probiotic Recalled for Bacterial Contamination

    MaryRuth's Organic Infants Liquid Probiotic dietary supplement is being recalled because internal testing found Pseudomonas aeruginosa contamination. The affected product is distributed nationwide.

    Product
    MaryRuth's Organic Infants Liquid Probiotic; Unflavored, a Dietary Supplement. 1 fl. oz. (30 mL) UPC: 8 56645 00858 7 Serving size (five drops - start with one and work up to 5) Organic Proprietary Probiotic Blend 250 mg. Bifidobacterium lactis Bifidobacterium infantis
    Category
    Food
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-0224-2022·2021-11-24

    FDA Recalls Scrip Ultrasound Gel for Potential Bacterial Contamination

    Scrip Inc is recalling Scrip Ultrasound Gel Clear (5L) nationwide due to potential bacterial contamination. Affected units may cause harm if contaminated product contacts patients during ultrasound procedures.

    Product
    Scrip Ultrasound Gel Clear, 5L Intended for use in acoustic coupling of ultrasound transducer to tissue
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Food)·F-0208-2022·2021-11-24

    Marketside Garden Salad recalled due to Listeria contamination

    Dole Fresh Vegetables Inc is recalling Marketside Classic Salad (Garden Salad) because samples tested positive for Listeria monocytogenes. The product was distributed to multiple states.

    Product
    Marketside Classic Salad; Garden Salad; iceberg lettuce, shredded carrots, red cabbage; Net Wt. 24 oz. (1 lb. 8 oz.) 680 g UPC: 6-81131-32895-1 Distributed by Walmart, Bentonville, AR
    Category
    Food
    Distribution
    10 states
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-0225-2022·2021-11-24

    Scrip Creme ultrasound lotion recalled for bacterial contamination

    Scrip Creme All Purpose Lotion is being recalled due to bacterial contamination in this ultrasound coupling lotion. The product—1001 gallons in lots distributed between August 2018 and August 2021—was distributed nationwide.

    Product
    Scrip Creme All Purpose Lotion Intended for use in acoustic coupling of ultrasound transducer to tissue
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Food)·F-0209-2022·2021-11-24

    Kroger Garden Salad Recalled Due to Listeria Contamination

    Kroger Garden Salad has been recalled because the Georgia Department of Agriculture detected Listeria monocytogenes in the product. The recall affects specific lot codes distributed to multiple states.

    Product
    Kroger Garden Salad; iceberg lettuce, shredded carrots, red cabbage; Net Wt. 12 oz. (340g) UPC: 0-11110-91036-3 Distributed by The Kroger Company, Cincinnati, OH
    Category
    Food
    Distribution
    10 states
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0165-2022·2021-11-17

    Injectable testosterone and dutasteride recalled for lack of sterility assurance

    Talon Compounding Pharmacy is recalling 21 vials of injectable testosterone cypionate/dutasteride because the manufacturer cannot assure sterility of the product. The recall affects distribution across the United States, Washington D.C., and Puerto Rico.

    Product
    TEST CYPIONATE 200MG/DUTASTERIDE 0.5MG/ML IN OIL INJECTABLE, Rx only, Talon Compounding Pharmacy, 2950 Thousand Oaks Drive Ste 25, San Antonio, Texas 78247
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    2 states
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0164-2022·2021-11-17

    Injectable Steroid Combination Recalled Due to Sterility Assurance

    Talon Compounding Pharmacy is recalling an injectable steroid combination product (Test Cypionate 200mg/Anastrozole 2mg/Dutasteride 2mg/mL) due to lack of assurance of sterility. The affected lot was distributed nationwide.

    Product
    TEST CYPIONATE 200MG/ANASTROZOLE 2MG/DUTASTERIDE 2MG/ML IN OIL INJECTABLE, Rx only, Talon Compounding Pharmacy, 2950 Thousand Oaks Drive Ste 25, San Antonio, Texas 78247
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    2 states
  • HighFDA (Food)·F-0131-2022·2021-11-17

    E-Z Spuds Inc. Garlic Whole Peeled Recall

    E-Z Spuds Inc. is recalling 30# cases of whole peeled garlic due to potential Salmonella contamination. The affected product was distributed to manufacturers and food service establishments in the Chicago, IL metro area.

    Product
    E-Z Spuds Inc. 30# Garlic Whole Peeled
    Category
    Food
    Distribution
    1 state
  • HighFDA (Food)·F-0130-2022·2021-11-17

    E-Z Spuds Inc. Diced Zucchini Recalled for Salmonella Contamination Risk

    E-Z Spuds Inc. is recalling 77 cases of 30-pound diced zucchini products due to potential Salmonella contamination. Affected products were distributed to manufacturers and food service establishments in the Chicago, IL metro area with a manufacturing date of August 10, 2021.

    Product
    E-Z Spuds Inc. 30# Zucchini Diced 3/8"
    Category
    Food
    Distribution
    1 state
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-0194-2022·2021-11-10

    IPL Coupling Gel and EcoGel 200 Recalled for Bacterial Contamination

    Lumenis, Inc. is recalling IPL Coupling Gel and EcoGel 200 due to potential bacterial contamination. Approximately 11,064 units were distributed worldwide.

    Product
    IPL Coupling Gel, I L (AX1009013), 12 pack of 0.25 L (AX1009018), 6 pack of 1 L (AX1009019 or AX1009063); and IPL Coupling Gel or EcoGel 200, 0.25 L (AX1009012) manufactured by Eco-Med Pharmaceutical
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0043-2022·2021-11-03

    Testosterone Cypionate Injectable Recalled for Sterility Assurance Concerns

    Red Mountain Compounding Pharmacy is recalling testosterone cypionate 200mg/ml in sesame oil due to FDA concerns about lack of sterility assurance. The product was distributed to approximately 494 patients across seven states.

    Product
    TEST CYP 200MG/ML IN SESAME OIL MDV, Rx only, Red Mountain Compounding Rx
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    7 states
  • CriticalCPSC·22007·2021-10-22

    Walmart Better Homes and Gardens Room Spray Recalled for Dangerous Bacteria

    Walmart is recalling Better Homes and Gardens Essential Oil Infused Aromatherapy Room Spray with Gemstones due to contamination with Burkholderia pseudomallei bacteria. CDC testing identified the hazard and is investigating a cluster of four melioidosis cases, including two deaths.

    Product
    Better Homes and Gardens Essential Oil Infused Aromatherapy Room Spray with Gemstones
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-0068-2022·2021-10-20

    Ultrasound gel products recalled for potential bacterial contamination

    Ultrasound gels and lotions manufactured by Eco-Med Pharmaceutical, Inc. may contain bacterial contamination. Products distributed nationwide in the U.S., Canada, and other locations have been recalled.

    Product
    ECO 50TS Gel Tens Ultrasound 1in X 5L cube 1 Dispenser Btl
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-0067-2022·2021-10-20

    FDA Recalls Ultrasound Gels and Lotions for Potential Bacterial Contamination

    Ultrasound gels and lotions from National Distribution & Contracting Inc are being recalled due to potential bacterial contamination. About 25,103 units distributed nationwide and in Canada are affected.

    Product
    ECO 85CB Lotion Ultrasound 8.5 oz 24/cs ECO 40JBC Gel Ultrasound Transmission Clr 8.5 oz BTL 24/cs ECO 40JMC Gel Ultrasound Transmission Clr 5L 4/cs NDC P301008 ProAdvantage Gel Ultrasound Transmission 8.5 oz 12/cs NDC P301105 ProAdvantage Gel Ultrasound Transmission 5 Liter
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-0090-2022·2021-10-20

    FDA Recalls Ultrasound Gel for Possible Bacterial Contamination

    Red Medical Supplies is recalling EcoGel 100 ultrasound gel due to possible bacterial contamination. Approximately 639 units were sold nationwide through Amazon.com.

    Product
    EcoGel 100 - RED Medical Supplies Green Ultrasound Gel, Model No. 250UG-GLU
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-0089-2022·2021-10-20

    FDA recalls Eco-Med ultrasound gels due to bacterial contamination risk

    FDA recalls ultrasound gels manufactured by Eco-Med Pharmaceutical due to possible bacterial contamination. Healthcare providers and facilities should stop use immediately.

    Product
    EcoGel 200 - RED Medical Supplies Clear Ultrasound Gel, Model No. 250UG-CMU
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-0088-2022·2021-10-20

    Eco-Med Ultrasound Gel Recalled for Bacterial Contamination Risk

    Eco-Med Pharmaceutical's ultrasound gel products are recalled due to potential bacterial contamination. The FDA advises healthcare providers to stop using the affected product.

    Product
    EcoGel 200 - RED Medical Supplies Blue Ultrasound Gel, Model No. 250UG-BMU
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Food)·F-0014-2022·2021-10-20

    Buurma Farms Plain Parsley Recalled for Potential E. Coli Contamination

    Buurma Farms Inc is recalling Plain Parsley (Flat Parsley) bunches due to potential contamination with E. coli. The affected product was distributed to Michigan, Ohio, Illinois, New York, South Carolina, and Pennsylvania.

    Product
    Buurma Farms Plain Parsley (Flat Parsley) PLU twist tie or banded bunches 30ct in cardboard cartons 60ct in wooden crates
    Category
    Food
    Distribution
    6 states
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-0029-2022·2021-10-13

    Eco-Med Ultrasound Gels and Lotions Recalled for Bacterial Contamination

    Eco-Med Pharmaceutical's ultrasound gels and lotions are recalled for potential bacterial contamination. The FDA advises health care providers to stop using all affected products.

    Product
    Action De Gala, FuSion Conductive Gel - Product Usage: Intended for use in acoustic coupling of ultrasound transducer to tissue.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide