CLASS III Food recall · Reported 15 Dec 2021 · FDA Enforcement Report

Gerber Macaroni and Cheese with a side of peas recalled

Gerber Products is recalling Gerber Macaroni and Cheese with a side of peas and carrots drained weight, distributed in 12 states. The recall was initiated on 18 Nov 2021 and the FDA has classified it as Class III.

Check your package

Lot, batch or date codes21775185XX Best By 04Oct2022
Quantity recalled4,278 cases released

Do not eat it. Return it to the store for a refund or throw it away. If you have symptoms after eating it, contact a doctor.

Recall details

Recall number
F-0271-2022
FDA event ID
89087
Recalling firm
Gerber Products, Arlington, VA
Classification
Class III
Status
Terminated
Recall initiated
18 Nov 2021
FDA classified
7 Dec 2021
Reported
15 Dec 2021
Type
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Customers notified by
Two or more of the following: Email, Fax, Letter, Press Release, Telephone, Visit
Reason category
Other Reasons
Product category
Herbal Supplements

Timeline

18 Nov 2021Recall initiated by company
7 Dec 2021Classified by FDA+19 days
15 Dec 2021Published in enforcement report+8 days

Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.

Reason for recall

Beetles were found in the pea ingredient used in the side compartment of the tray.

Product as listed by the FDA

GERBER Macaroni and Cheese with a side of peas and carrots, 6.6 oz. (187 g) drained weight 5.3 oz. (150 g), 8 units per case.

Where it was distributed

The product was distributed to the following states: DE,ME,VA,PA,CT,NY,MI,TX,WI,OH,AL ,IA

AlabamaConnecticutDelawareIowaMaineMichiganNew YorkOhioPennsylvaniaTexasVirginiaWisconsin

Questions about this recall

Is Gerber Macaroni and Cheese with a side of peas and carrots drained weight recalled?

Yes. Gerber Products recalled Gerber Macaroni and Cheese with a side of peas and carrots drained weight on 18 Nov 2021. The recall is Class III and its status is Terminated. Recall number F-0271-2022.

Why was it recalled?

Beetles were found in the pea ingredient used in the side compartment of the tray.

Which lots are affected?

21775185XX Best By 04Oct2022

Where was it sold?

The product was distributed to the following states: DE,ME,VA,PA,CT,NY,MI,TX,WI,OH,AL ,IA

What should I do if I have it?

Do not eat it. Return it to the store for a refund or throw it away. If you have symptoms after eating it, contact a doctor.

What does Class III mean?

Class III recalls are for products unlikely to cause any adverse health consequence, usually labelling or quality issues.

Read the official FDA notice · Source record retrieved 21 Sep 2026. The FDA describes openFDA data as unvalidated; the official notice takes precedence. This page reports the record and gives no medical advice.

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