The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·F-0166-2023·Announced 2022-11-30

G FUEL Watermelon Limeade Energy Drink recalled for incorrect caffeine labeling

G FUEL LLC is recalling 48,000 units of GFUEL brand Watermelon Limeade Energy Drink nationwide because the product label does not declare the correct amount of caffeine.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: This is a Class II FDA recall for inaccurate caffeine labeling. No illnesses or injuries have been reported. Incorrect caffeine information poses a potential health risk to consumers with cardiovascular sensitivity or stimulant sensitivity, meeting the criterion of 'risk-of-harm products where injury has not yet been reported.'

Plain-English summary

G FUEL LLC is recalling 48,000 units of GFUEL brand Watermelon Limeade Energy Drink that were distributed nationwide. The affected product carries lot number 0002911440 with a best-by date of 08/16/2024.

The product label does not correctly declare the caffeine content. This mislabeling may affect consumers' health decisions, particularly those with cardiovascular sensitivity or those who rely on accurate caffeine information for dietary management.

Consumers who purchased the recalled product should verify their purchase against the affected lot number and should not consume the product if they are sensitive to caffeine or have medical conditions affected by stimulant intake.

The recalled product

Product
GFUEL brand Watermelon Limeade Energy Drink; 16 fl. oz.; ready-to-drink energy beverage in a can
Manufacturer
G FUEL LLC
Category
Food — Energy Drink
Hazard
  • caffeine-labeling-error

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 (1)

  • Lot no: 0002911440 Best By: 08/16/2024

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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