The Recall Desk
SevereFDA (Food)·F-1600-2022·Announced 2022-09-07

Abbott Glucerna Rich Chocolate Shake recalled nationwide for pathogenic bacteria

Lyons Magnus is recalling Glucerna original Rich Chocolate Shake nationwide due to potential contamination with Cronobacter sakazakii and Clostridium botulinum. The recall affects approximately 53.8 million units distributed across the U.S.

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: FDA Class I recall of a nationwide food product. The hazard involves identified findings of Cronobacter sakazakii and Clostridium botulinum, both serious foodborne pathogens. Per the rubric, FDA Class I recalls are scored minimum 4 (Severe).

Plain-English summary

Glucerna original Rich Chocolate Shake (8 FL OZ bottles), manufactured by Lyons Magnus, Inc. for Abbott Nutrition, is being recalled due to potential contamination with Cronobacter sakazakii and Clostridium botulinum.

The FDA identified findings and potential for these pathogenic bacteria in the product. Cronobacter sakazakii and Clostridium botulinum are serious foodborne pathogens capable of causing significant illness.

The recall covers approximately 53,818,025 units distributed nationwide. Affected lot codes include 400254X00, 400264X00, 400274X00, 410364X00, and 390184X00, with Best By dates ranging from July 1, 2023 through September 1, 2023.

Consumers who have purchased affected products should refer to the FDA recall notice or contact Lyons Magnus for instructions on proper handling.

The recalled product

Product
Glucerna original Rich Chocolate Shake, 8 FL OZ (237 mL). Delicious Snack or Small Meal Replacement. UPC 0 70074-68565 6. Sold in 24 count case, UPC Case 0070074685649. Shake Well. Serve cold. Refrigerate after opening. Manufactured for: Abbott Nutrition, Abbott Labora
Manufacturer
Lyons Magnus, Inc
Category
Food — Nutrition Shake / Ready-to-Drink
Hazard
  • cronobacter-sakazakii
  • clostridium-botulinum

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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