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

Lot, batch or date codesAll Lots. UPC Code 0-31604-02861-9, List # 2861. +++ All lots. UPC Code 2874 0-31604-02874-9. List # 2874.
Quantity recalled275,342 bottles; 74,080 bottles(Club pack)

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
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 2013Recall initiated by company
19 Nov 2013Classified by FDA+71 days
27 Nov 2013Published 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.

Nationwide

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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