The Recall Desk
CriticalFDA (Food)·F-1648-2022·Announced 2022-09-07

Lyons Plant-Based Protein Shake Recalled for Bacterial Contamination

Lyons Magnus is recalling Lyons Ready Care Plant-Based Protein Shake Chocolate nationwide due to potential contamination with Cronobacter sakazakii and Clostridium botulinum, serious bacterial pathogens that can cause illness.

What this means for you

Highest-severity recall. Risk of serious injury or death is documented or strongly suspected. Stop using the product now and follow the agency's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: FDA Class I recall with potential contamination by Clostridium botulinum, which causes botulism, a life-threatening illness. FDA Class I applies to products with reasonable probability of serious adverse health consequences or death.

Plain-English summary

Lyons Magnus, Inc. is recalling Lyons Ready Care Plant-Based Protein Shake Chocolate (8.45 fl oz, 250 mL) nationwide. The affected product has Lot Code 6221 and Best By Date of 08/09/2022. Approximately 53,818,025 units were distributed.

The product may be contaminated with Cronobacter sakazakii and Clostridium botulinum. Cronobacter can cause serious infections. Clostridium botulinum produces a toxin that causes botulism, a potentially life-threatening illness.

This is a Class I recall, the FDA's most serious classification. The recalled product was distributed nationwide and may be in retail locations and consumer homes.

Consumers who have this product should not consume it. Dispose of the product or return it to the place of purchase.

The recalled product

Product
Lyons Ready Care Plant-Based Protein Shake Chocolate. 8.45 fl oz. (250mL) UPC 0 45796-10081 7. Mildly Thick Nectar Consistency. Refrigerate prior to serving. Shake Well. Sold in 24-count case UPC 10045796100814. Lyons Magnus, Fresno, CA 93702.
Manufacturer
Lyons Magnus, Inc
Hazard
  • cronobacter-sakazakii
  • clostridium-botulinum

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)

  • EXPANDED 8-10-2022 Lot Code 6221 / Best By Date 08/09/2022.

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.