- Coca-Cola recalls thousands of cans of Coke, Sprite and Coke Zero Sugar.
- This is due to a foreign matter contamination, specifically potential metal fragments.
- Affected packs sold in Texas include 12-, 24- and 35-packs—check your kitchen ASAP.
There’s an active recall on three types of Coca-Cola soda, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This is due to a foreign matter contamination.
The soda being recalled is 12- and 35-packs of Coca-Cola Zero Sugar, 24- and 35-packs of Coca-Cola and 12- and 35-packs of Sprite. The following UPC and lot codes are affected by this recall:
- Coca-Cola Zero Sugar (12-pack) with UPC 49000042559 and lot code FEB0226MAA
- Coca-Cola Zero Sugar (35-pack) with UPC 49000058499 and lot code FEB0226MAA
- Coca-Cola (24-pack) with UPC 49000012781 and lot code JUN2926MAA
- Coca-Cola (35-pack) with UPC 49000058468 and lot code JUN2926MAA
- Sprite (35-pack) with UPC 49000058482 and lot code JUN2926MAA
- Sprite (12-pack) with UPC 49000028928 and lot code JUN2926MAA or JUN3026MAB
While this recall currently only impacts retailers in Texas, it may expand, and it is already affecting well over 70,000 cans of Coca-Cola products. The drinks may contain metal fragments, posing a laceration or illness hazard for consumers.
This recall was just classified as a Class II, meaning that the affected soda may lead to minor, temporary health problems. If you are showing any signs of illness or injury after drinking one of these beverages, talk to a healthcare provider immediately. For questions about this recall, contact the FDA at 1-888-INFO-FDA (1-888-463-6332).
