CLASS II Food recall · Reported 27 Nov 2013 · FDA Enforcement Report
Multi Complete (Full Strength Mini and Multi Softgels) recalled
Pharmavite is recalling Multi Complete (Full Strength Mini and Multi Softgels), distributed nationwide in the US. The recall was initiated on 9 Sep 2013 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-0184-2014
- FDA event ID
- 66384
- Recalling firm
- Pharmavite, Northridge, CA
- Brand
- Multi Complete
- Classification
- Class II
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 9 Sep 2013
- FDA classified
- 19 Nov 2013
- Reported
- 27 Nov 2013
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Letter
- Reason category
- Potency & Assay
- Product category
- Dietary Supplements
Timeline
| 9 Sep 2013 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 19 Nov 2013 | Classified by FDA | +71 days |
| 27 Nov 2013 | Published 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
Pharmavite LLC is conducting a voluntary recall of all lots of its Nature Made Full Strength Mini Multivitamins (recently repackaged as "Multi" softgels, (Multi Complete, Multi for Her, Multi for Her 50+, Multi for Him, Multi Complete club size). because recent quality tests indicate that the Vitamins B1 and B12 are losing potency more rapidly than initially expected, and these products are not me
Potency and specification recalls happen when a batch tests outside its approved limits for strength, purity or dissolution, which can mean the dose delivered is higher or lower than labelled.
Product as listed by the FDA
Multi Complete (Full Strength Mini and Multi Softgels), 60 Count Bottle. 24 units per master case.+++Multi Complete (club size) (Full Strength Mini and Multi Softgels), 180 Count Bottle. 20 units per master case. Product labeling reads in part:"NatureMade***DIETARY SUPPLEMENT 60 SOFTGELS***Distributed by: Nature Made Nutritional Products Mission Hills, CA 91346-9606, U.S.A 1-800-276-2878 www.NatureMade.com***"
Where it was distributed
US nationwide. No International.
Questions about this recall
Is Multi Complete (Full Strength Mini and Multi Softgels) recalled?
Yes. Pharmavite recalled Multi Complete (Full Strength Mini and Multi Softgels) on 9 Sep 2013. The recall is Class II and its status is Terminated. Recall number F-0184-2014.
Why was it recalled?
Pharmavite LLC is conducting a voluntary recall of all lots of its Nature Made Full Strength Mini Multivitamins (recently repackaged as "Multi" softgels, (Multi Complete, Multi for Her, Multi for Her 50+, Multi for Him, Multi Complete club size). because recent quality tests indicate that the Vitamins B1 and B12 are losing potency more rapidly than initially expected, and these products are not me
Which lots are affected?
All Lots. UPC Code 0-31604-02861-9, List # 2861. +++ All lots. UPC Code 2874 0-31604-02874-9. List # 2874.
Where was it sold?
US nationwide. No International.
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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