Nationwide Recalls on Sausage, Ice Cream and More

There has been a slew of recalls this month, hitting grocery stores across the U.S. Multiple popular groceries, from yogurt and chicken sausage to coffee pods and Ritz crackers, have been impacted nationwide due to contaminations, undeclared allergens and more. Here’s what you need to know about the latest recall announcements and what to do if you have an affected product on hand.

Chicken Sausage

Kayem Foods Inc. has recalled over 24,000 pounds of its Al Fresco chicken sausage after consumers discovered white plastic pieces inside the links. The affected product—the “All Natural Al Fresco Chicken Sausage Sweet Apple with Vermont Maple Syrup”—has a printed lot code of “179” and a “use or freeze by” date of October 1, 2025. The recalled packages are stamped with establishment number P-7839 inside the USDA inspection mark.

The ready-to-eat sausages were distributed nationwide and sold at major retailers, including Walmart locations in 28 states and regions. While no injuries or illnesses have been connected to this recall, the presence of plastic in the product poses a potential choking hazard and could lead to internal injury if consumed. If you have the recalled sausage in your refrigerator or freezer, do not eat the product, and instead return it to your place of purchase for a potential refund.

Coffee

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced that New Mexico Piñon Coffee Company has recalled a selection of its single-serve Dark Piñon coffee pods. This is due to a risk of ink contamination. The issue lies in the printed lids of the pods, which may leach ink into the coffee during brewing. 

The pods were distributed and sold online and in retail locations across the country, and any potentially contaminated pods should be discarded immediately. While no illnesses have been reported, the company recalled the coffee out of an abundance of caution. Check your coffee pods for a printed UPC of “812361033081,” lot code “251749” and best-by date “05/08/2026.” If your coffee matches the recall information, contact the company by calling 505-298-1964 for refund information. 

Ice Cream Bars

More than 100,000 ice cream bars have been recalled due to a possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination. The recall affects a wide range of Rich’s Ice Cream products, including Rich Bar, Fudge Frenzy, Strawberry Shortcake, Orange Cream and Blue Raspberry bars. The impacted products have lot numbers ranging from 24351 through 25156.

Distributed and sold to wholesalers across 23 U.S. states and the Bahamas, the recalled ice cream bars could pose a severe risk to individuals who are immunocompromised, pregnant, age 65 or older or young children. While no illnesses have been reported, Listeria infection (listeriosis) can cause symptoms like fever, muscle aches, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. Check your freezers, discard any recalled products and contact the FDA at 1-888-INFO-FDA (1-888-463-6332) with any questions.

Ritz Crackers

Several varieties of Ritz Peanut Butter Cracker Sandwich cartons—including 8-count, 20-count and 40-count packs, as well as a 20-count variety box—were recalled nationwide. This is because some of the individual packages that were labeled as cheese may actually be peanut butter crackers. The mislabeling of individual packs poses a risk for those with peanut allergies.

The recalled products have “best when used by” dates ranging from November 1, 2025, through January 22, 2026. There have been no allergic reactions reported, but check your crackers and dispose of or return mislabeled items to your place of purchase. Call 911 immediately if you are experiencing symptoms of anaphylactic shock after eating the mislabeled crackers.

Tuna Salad

Multiple ready-to-eat tuna salad products sold under store-brand labels at Albertsons, Randalls, Tom Thumb and Jewel-Osco have been recalled after Listeria monocytogenes was detected in the breadcrumbs used to make them. The affected meals include croissant sandwiches, tuna salad snack trays and tuna-over-lettuce salads. They were sold in stores located in Arkansas, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Louisiana, Oklahoma and Texas.

The recalled tuna salad products were sold with “use through” dates ranging from July 16 through July 19, 2025. While no illnesses have been linked to the products, Listeria can survive refrigeration, so customers are advised to throw out any affected items and clean any surfaces that may have come in contact with the tuna salad.

Yogurt

YoCrunch yogurt recalled all of their products nationwide this month after multiple consumers discovered sharp plastic fragments in the dome-topped mix-in containers. The recall affects all flavors and sizes, with expiration dates through September 2025.

Although the yogurt itself remains uncontaminated, the plastic pieces in the topping domes may cause injury or a choking hazard. No injuries have been reported to date, but consumers should avoid eating any topped YoCrunch yogurt products. Check your refrigerator and return any recalled yogurt for a refund. For questions, contact the YoCrunch Consumer Care Line at 1-877-344-4886 Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. EST.