The Recall Desk
SevereFDA (Food)·F-0013-2014·Announced 2013-10-30

Chobani Greek Yogurt Recalled Due to Reported Illnesses and Swollen Packaging

Chobani is recalling specific lots of 2% Milkfat Low-Fat Greek Yogurt Plain because of reported illnesses and bloated packaging.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The source text explicitly states that the recall is due to 'report of illnesses,' which aligns with the rubric criterion for FDA Class II recalls with hospitalization or significant injury reports.

Plain-English summary

Chobani Idaho is recalling specific lots of Chobani 2% Milkfat Low-Fat Greek Yogurt Plain. The recall includes 12/6 oz., 6/16 oz., and 6/32 oz. packages. The affected products were distributed nationwide.

The recall was initiated due to reports of illnesses and product bloating and swelling. The affected lots have Best By dates ranging from September 11, 2013, through October 07, 2013. The code 16-012 indicates the products were produced at a plant in Twin Falls, Idaho.

Consumers should check their refrigerators for these specific products and UPC codes. If the Best By date falls within the specified range, consumers should not consume the product and should dispose of it or return it to the place of purchase.

The recalled product

Product
12/6 oz. Chobani 2% Milkfat Low-Fat Greek Yogurt Plain, UPC 8-94700-01031-1; 6/16 oz. Chobani 2% Milkfat Low-Fat Greek Yogurt Plain, UPC 8-94700-01037-3; 6/32 oz. Chobani 2% Milkfat Low-Fat Greek Yogurt Plain, UPC 8-94700-01043-4
Manufacturer
Chobani Idaho

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (4)

  • 2013 through October 07
  • 2013
  • 16-012 is the IMS number of a production plant in Twin Falls
  • Idaho.

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 64 recalled by Chobani Idaho under a single FDA (Food) recall action. The agency files each product separately, so the size of the action is not visible from this page alone.

See all 64 products in this recall →