CLASS II Food recall · Reported 8 Dec 2021 · FDA Enforcement Report
Motts No Sugar Added Apple Sauce recalled by Motts L
Motts L is recalling Motts No Sugar Added Apple Sauce, distributed in Illinois. The recall was initiated on 17 Nov 2021 and the FDA has classified it as Class II.
Check your package
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-0232-2022
- FDA event ID
- 89071
- Recalling firm
- Motts L, Williamson, NY
- Brand
- Motts No
- Classification
- Class II
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 17 Nov 2021
- FDA classified
- 2 Dec 2021
- Reported
- 8 Dec 2021
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Two or more of the following: Email, Fax, Letter, Press Release, Telephone, Visit
- Reason category
- Foreign Material
- Product category
- Sauces & Condiments
Timeline
| 17 Nov 2021 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 2 Dec 2021 | Classified by FDA | +15 days |
| 8 Dec 2021 | Published in enforcement report | +6 days |
Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.
Reason for recall
Apple sauce may contain foreign object (metal)
Foreign material recalls cover pieces of metal, plastic, glass, wood or other objects that got into the product during processing and could cause injury if eaten.
Product as listed by the FDA
Motts No Sugar Added Apple Sauce - 3.9 oz.
Where it was distributed
IL
Questions about this recall
Is Motts No Sugar Added Apple Sauce recalled?
Yes. Motts L recalled Motts No Sugar Added Apple Sauce on 17 Nov 2021. The recall is Class II and its status is Terminated. Recall number F-0232-2022.
Why was it recalled?
Apple sauce may contain foreign object (metal)
Which lots are affected?
Best by dec 20, 2022 time stamp 722-804
Where was it sold?
IL
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 II mean?
Class II means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems, or the probability of serious harm is remote.
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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