CLASS III Food recall · Reported 4 Jul 2012 · FDA Enforcement Report
Queso Pringles , and Cont recalled by Kellogg
Kellogg is recalling Queso Pringles , and Cont. The recall was initiated on 4 Jun 2012 and the FDA has classified it as Class III.
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-1669-2012
- FDA event ID
- 62274
- Recalling firm
- Kellogg, Battle Creek, MI
- Brand
- Queso Pringles
- Classification
- Class III
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 4 Jun 2012
- FDA classified
- 26 Jun 2012
- Reported
- 4 Jul 2012
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Reason category
- Foreign Material
- Product category
- Cheese
Timeline
| 4 Jun 2012 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 26 Jun 2012 | Classified by FDA | +22 days |
| 4 Jul 2012 | 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
Queso flavored Pringles, 40 gram and 139 gram sizes, sent to distribution centers in Mexico and Grenada are being recalled because the flavoring ingredient ( under a separate recall) may be contaminated with metal fragments. Pringles processing includes metal fragment seasoning screening and finished product metal detection to 1. 4 mm size. Pringle's product containing the recalled seasoning
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
Queso Pringles, 40 g , and Cont. Neto Net Weight: 139 g( 4.9 oz) Queso /Cheese; Busting with more Flavor "Ahora con Man Sabor"
Where it was distributed
Grenada and Mexico.
Questions about this recall
Is Queso Pringles , and Cont recalled?
Yes. Kellogg recalled Queso Pringles , and Cont on 4 Jun 2012. The recall is Class III and its status is Terminated. Recall number F-1669-2012.
Why was it recalled?
Queso flavored Pringles, 40 gram and 139 gram sizes, sent to distribution centers in Mexico and Grenada are being recalled because the flavoring ingredient ( under a separate recall) may be contaminated with metal fragments. Pringles processing includes metal fragment seasoning screening and finished product metal detection to 1. 4 mm size. Pringle's product containing the recalled seasoning
Which lots are affected?
Brand # 80208022,(139 G) Case Identification 2147166260, 2148166260 Brand # 80207887 ( 40 G) Case 2142166210
Where was it sold?
Grenada and Mexico.
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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