Recall Alert: Popular Yogurt Withdrawn Due to Plastic Shard Contamination Posing Throat Injury Risk

Urgent Recall: YoCrunch Yogurt Pulled Over Plastic Shard Risk
(Include image: YoCrunch product with visible toppings and plastic fragment warning. Caption: Recalled YoCrunch yogurts may contain hazardous plastic shards.)

Danone’s YoCrunch yogurt products are being recalled nationwide due to potential contamination with sharp plastic pieces up to 1 inch long. The FDA warns the plastic, found in topping compartments, poses a choking risk or internal injuries if swallowed. All 17 flavors—including M&M’s, Oreo, Snickers, and granola varieties—sold in 6oz and 4oz cups are affected. Products were distributed to Walmart, Target, Dollar General, and Wegmans with sell-by dates through September 2024.

What Happened?
The recall, issued July 11, follows FDA investigations revealing transparent plastic fragments in topping containers. The shards match packaging materials, likely due to a manufacturing error at Danone facilities in New York and Colorado. While no injuries are reported, customers are urged to discard products immediately and contact YoCrunch’s hotline (1-877-344-4886) for refunds.

(Include image: Close-up of yogurt cup showing “topper” section. Caption: Plastic pieces were found in the topping compartments.)

Key Details for Consumers

• Affected Products: Check lot codes on vanilla, strawberry, and mixed-flavor yogurts with toppings. A full list is available on the FDA’s website.
• Risk Level: Class II recall—temporary harm possible.
• Action: Do not consume. Dispose of products and seek refunds. Medical attention is advised if injury occurs.

Broader Context
This marks Danone North America’s third major recall in 2025. Earlier, it pulled 75,000 International Delight coffee creamers over spoilage complaints. Industry analysts link rising recalls to post-pandemic supply chain strains and automation gaps in quality control. A June 2025 study noted a 15% increase in plastic fragment incidents tied to packaging flaws.

(Include image: Shelves stocked with recalled yogurt cups. Caption: Products were sold at major retailers nationwide.)

Recent Food Safety Trends
In May, Fresh Farms recalled salads containing metal pieces, while Totally Cool Inc. withdrew ice cream products with plastic and metal fragments. The CDC estimates 1 in 6 Americans suffer foodborne illnesses yearly, causing 128,000 hospitalizations.

Danone vows to address the packaging issue, stating, “Safety is our top priority.” Customers are encouraged to stay updated via the FDA’s recall portal.

(Include image: Consumer discarding yogurt. Caption: Discard affected products immediately; contact Danone for refunds.)

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