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Pepsico recalls Mountain Dew Major Melon Zero: label issue

September 28, 2022 · Pepsico Class III

Class IIIFDA’s lowest-risk class: use of the product is not likely to cause adverse health consequences.
Reason for the recallThe outer wraps match the liquid in the can (Zero Sugar - Mountain Dew Major Melon) however the primary package (can) is incorrect (Full Sugar Mountain Dew Major Melon). Product inside can matches the product/nutritional panel on the point-of-sale outer container wrap.

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Recall at a glance

Recalling company
Pepsico
Location
Purchase, NY
Reported by FDA
September 28, 2022
Recall started
August 17, 2022
Risk class
Class III
Status (latest data we have)
Terminated
Type
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Category
Fresh produce
Reason type
Labeling and quality

Is my product affected?

Compare your product’s name, size and lot or date codes with the list below. A recall usually covers only specific codes.

  • Mountain Dew Major Melon Zero, 12 FL OZ (355mL) can, sold as 12 pack. Bottled under the authority of Pepsico, Inc. Purchase, NY 10577. UPC 0 12000 20506 4 (can) UPC 0 12000 20507 1 (12 pack carton)
    Quantity: 6496 - 12 pack cases
    Codes: Prod Code - XXXXDW071521, Use By Date - OCT 24, 2022 o 07 = Production Month o 15 = Production Day o 2 = Production Year (2022 10-year increments) o 1 = Line Number

Where it was distributed

Nationwide.

What to do

If you have this product, check the codes above. FDA recall notices often tell consumers to stop eating the product and to return it or throw it away. Follow the company’s instructions and the official FDA information, and if you are unsure, do not eat it. If someone becomes ill after eating a recalled food, contact a healthcare professional. See FDA’s recalls and safety alerts for company announcements.

Frequently asked questions

What was recalled?

Pepsico recalled 1 product, including Mountain Dew Major Melon Zero, 12 FL OZ (355mL) can, sold as 12 pack. Bottled under the authority of Pepsico, Inc. Purchase, NY 10577. UPC….

Why was it recalled?

The outer wraps match the liquid in the can (Zero Sugar - Mountain Dew Major Melon) however the primary package (can) is incorrect (Full Sugar Mountain Dew Major Melon). Product inside can matches the product/nutritional panel on the point-of-sale outer container wrap.

What does Class III mean?

FDA’s lowest-risk class: use of the product is not likely to cause adverse health consequences.

Where was it sold or shipped?

Nationwide.

What should I do if I have this product?

Compare the product name, size and lot or date codes with the details on this page. FDA recall notices often tell you to stop eating the product and to return it or throw it away. Follow the company’s instructions and the official FDA information. If you are unsure, do not eat it.

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Sources

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