CLASS II Food recall · Reported 26 Mar 2014 · FDA Enforcement Report
Wheat Tortillas recalled by Tortillas Mexico Mexico
Tortillas Mexico Mexico, Incorporated is recalling Wheat Tortillas, distributed in Colorado, Kansas, Nebraska, Virginia, Wyoming. The recall was initiated on 10 Feb 2014 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-1680-2014
- FDA event ID
- 67484
- Recalling firm
- Tortillas Mexico Mexico, Incorporated, Denver, CO
- Classification
- Class II
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 10 Feb 2014
- FDA classified
- 20 Mar 2014
- Reported
- 26 Mar 2014
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Letter
- Reason category
- Foreign Material
- Product category
- Bread
Timeline
| 10 Feb 2014 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 20 Mar 2014 | Classified by FDA | +38 days |
| 26 Mar 2014 | 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
Tortillas Mexico is recalling all tortillas with the Expiration Dates from December 20 to February 27, 2014 because a meatal staple was found by a consumer in a baked tortilla. Investigation by the Colorado Health Department found the firm's metal detector was not functioning.
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
WHEAT TORTILLAS: 9 COUNT, 18 OZ, UPC Code 1569602225. Packaged in clear poly plastic bags.
Where it was distributed
Regional; to various grocery stores in Colorado, Wyoming, Nebraska and Kansas. For foreign, military/govt/VA consignees.
Questions about this recall
Is Wheat Tortillas recalled?
Yes. Tortillas Mexico Mexico, Incorporated recalled Wheat Tortillas on 10 Feb 2014. The recall is Class II and its status is Terminated. Recall number F-1680-2014.
Why was it recalled?
Tortillas Mexico is recalling all tortillas with the Expiration Dates from December 20 to February 27, 2014 because a meatal staple was found by a consumer in a baked tortilla. Investigation by the Colorado Health Department found the firm's metal detector was not functioning.
Which lots are affected?
Expiration Dates from December 20 to February 27, 2014
Where was it sold?
Regional; to various grocery stores in Colorado, Wyoming, Nebraska and Kansas. For foreign, military/govt/VA consignees.
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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