Johnsonville, a major sausage producer, issued a voluntary recall of approximately 22,672 pounds of its cheddar bratwurst product due to potential contamination with foreign material, specifically hard plastic. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced the recall after two customers reported finding pieces of plastic in their bratwurst.
The affected cheddar bratwurst was produced on February 5, 2025, and is specifically the 19-ounce sealed firm tray packages containing five pieces of Johnsonville Brats Cheddar Bratwurst with the package code B9FOD and the establishment number “Est. 1647” on the label. The recalled items were shipped to retail locations in Georgia, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio, Tennessee, Virginia, and Wisconsin.
Despite the recall, there have been no confirmed reports of injuries related to the contaminated product. Consumers who have purchased the recalled cheddar bratwurst are advised not to consume it and either dispose of it or return it to the place of purchase. If anyone feels ill after consuming the product, they should seek medical attention immediately.
For any questions or concerns regarding the recall, consumers can contact Amanda Fritsch, consumer relations coordinator for Johnsonville, at 888-556-2728 or anachtweyfritsch@johnsonville.com. This recall serves as a reminder to stay informed about food recalls issued by federal agencies.
This incident is part of a recent trend of recalls due to foreign objects in food products. In late March, the FSIS recalled Chomps ready-to-eat beef sticks for potential contamination with metal pieces, and in early April, Tony’s Chocolonely Inc. issued a voluntary international recall of specific chocolate bar flavors due to the potential presence of small stones. These incidents highlight the importance of staying vigilant and aware of any food recalls that may affect consumers.
