Several major UK supermarkets, including Morrisons, Tesco, and Aldi, have recently issued urgent product recalls due to safety concerns. These recalls highlight the importance of consumer vigilance and the proactive measures retailers take to ensure public safety.
Morrisons Recall Crushed Garlic Due to Safety Risks
Morrisons has recalled its 75g own-brand Crushed Garlic after discovering the omission of a crucial ingredient that prevents microbiological growth. This oversight renders the product potentially unsafe for consumption. The affected items bear a best-before date of 19 October 2025. Customers are advised to return the product to any Morrisons store for a full refund and to avoid consuming it. The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has endorsed this recall, emphasizing the potential health risks associated with the product.
Aldi Recalls Chicken and Cheese Taquitos Over Metal Contamination
Aldi has initiated a recall of its “Casa Mamita Chicken & Cheese Taquitos” due to potential contamination with metal fragments. The affected products, produced between July and September 2024, have best-by dates of 07/03/25 and 09/25/25 and bear the establishment number EST. P-40327. This recall follows consumer reports of finding metal in the product, including an incident leading to a dental injury. Customers are urged to check their freezers and either dispose of the recalled products or return them to the store for a full refund.
Tesco, Aldi, and Waitrose Recall Christmas Dinner Favourites
In the lead-up to the festive season, Tesco, Aldi, and Waitrose have issued recalls on products that might feature in Christmas dinners. Tesco has recalled its 125g pack of Cooked Beef Slices and 300g pack of Red Cabbage and Apple due to incorrect use-by dates, which could pose a health risk if consumed beyond the intended period. Aldi has recalled its “Let’s Party Vegetable Bao Buns” because they contain undeclared duck meat and sesame, posing risks for vegetarians and individuals with sesame allergies.
Waitrose has requested the return of “ZOE’s Daily 30+ 7 Day” supplements due to the presence of small stones and pieces of metal, which could lead to injury if ingested. Customers possessing these products are advised not to consume them and to return them to the respective stores for a full refund.
Heineken Recalls Newcastle Brown Ale Due to Glass Shards
Heineken UK has issued an urgent recall of its 550ml glass-bottled Newcastle Brown Ale, sold in major supermarkets such as Aldi and Tesco, due to a manufacturing defect causing the glass to shatter upon opening. The recall affects bottles with the best-before date of 30 November 2025 and batch numbers L4321 through L4326. Customers in possession of these bottles are advised not to drink the product and to return unopened bottles to the place of purchase for a refund. Heineken UK emphasizes the importance of consumer safety and is working with regulatory authorities to manage this situation.
Consumer Advice and Safety Measures
These recalls underscore the importance of consumers staying informed about product safety notices. Regularly checking the FSA website and in-store notices can help shoppers remain aware of any potential risks associated with purchased products. If you have bought any recalled items, it is crucial not to consume them. Instead, please return them to the store from where they were purchased to receive a full refund. Most retailers do not require a receipt for recalled products.
Retailers are legally obligated to inform customers about product recalls and provide clear instructions on how to proceed. This commitment ensures that public health and safety remain a top priority. Consumers are encouraged to report any adverse reactions or safety concerns related to food products to the FSA or the retailer.
