News Summary
Residents in San Antonio and McAllen should check their pantries as Coca-Cola products including Coca-Cola Zero Sugar, Coca-Cola, and Sprite are recalled due to potential metal fragments. Approximately 4,000 cans are affected, prompting consumers to avoid them and seek refunds. The recall has been initiated as a precaution due to health risks, although serious outcomes are considered remote. Made exclusively for Texas markets, the recall serves as a reminder for consumers to stay informed about their beverage safety.
Texas residents are being warned about a recall of select Coca-Cola products due to potential contamination concerns. On October 20, 2025, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced a Class II recall affecting Coca-Cola Zero Sugar, Coca-Cola, and Sprite cans due to the risk of metal fragments in the beverages. This recall encompasses approximately 4,000 cans and is linked to products distributed specifically in the McAllen/Rio Grande Valley and San Antonio areas of Texas.
The recalled products include:
- 1,115 units of Coca-Cola Zero Sugar 12-ounce cans, available in both 12 and 35 packs
- 2,322 units of Coca-Cola 12-ounce cans, available in 24 and 35 packs
- 791 units of Sprite 12-ounce cans, available in both 12 and 35 packs
Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages LLC initiated this recall on October 3, 2025, and all affected products were removed from stores by October 10, 2025. The company has stated that other Coca-Cola products outside this recall have not been affected and remain safe for consumer use.
As a precaution, consumers who may have purchased these recalled products are advised not to consume them due to the risk of potential metal contamination. The FDA classified this incident as a Class II recall, meaning that while exposure to the contaminated products may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, the risk of serious health effects remains low. The FDA has not specified any guidance on how consumers should handle the recalled products. Coca-Cola has also not issued a public press release regarding the recall.
Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages LLC, which services parts of Texas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, and Arkansas, has confirmed that the recall is limited to products sold in Texas. Consumers who are in possession of any of the affected products should either dispose of them or return them to the place of purchase for a refund.
This recall highlights the importance of food safety regulations and company accountability in addressing potential health risks associated with consumer products. The swift action taken by Coca-Cola and the FDA aims to mitigate any adverse health effects for the affected consumer base. The incident serves as a reminder for consumers to remain vigilant and informed about the products they purchase.
For those who regularly consume beverages from Coca-Cola, awareness of this recall is crucial to ensuring safety and preventing health risks. Continued monitoring and reporting on food safety incidents will contribute to the overall well-being of consumers and enhance public trust in product safety regulations.
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