Coca-Cola Recalls Over 10,000 Cans Across Wisconsin and Illinois
Coca-Cola is recalling more than 10,000 cans of its popular soft drink due to a potential contamination issue affecting products distributed in Wisconsin and Illinois. The voluntary recall, initiated by Reyes Coca-Cola Bottling, includes 12-ounce cans of Coca-Cola sold in cartons of 12 (12-pack).
According to details from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s Enforcement Report, the affected products may be contaminated with a foreign object. While the specific nature of the contamination has not been disclosed publicly, the recall is categorized as Class II—indicating a situation where exposure may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences.
The recall was officially initiated on February 28, impacting products in distribution that fall under lot number JAN2924MBD3. A total of 1,557 cases—equal to 10,236 individual cans—are being pulled from retail and distribution channels. The issue is specific to products distributed in Wisconsin and Illinois, with Coca-Cola confirming no other regions are currently affected.
For FMCG stakeholders, this serves as a critical example of the operational and reputational risks associated with quality control lapses in beverage manufacturing and distribution. While isolated, such incidents can create ripple effects in consumer trust and retailer relationships, particularly given the brand’s high visibility and volume of market penetration.
Product recalls in the soft drink category remain relatively rare, but when they occur, they prompt wider discussion around traceability, packaging safety, and manufacturing oversight—key areas of concern for brand managers and quality assurance teams alike. FMCG professionals tracking category trends will also note the timing, as beverage brands prepare for seasonal sales peaks, including summer consumption and promotional campaigns.
Reyes Coca-Cola Bottling, responsible for distributing and bottling Coca-Cola products in several U.S. regions, is cooperating closely with the FDA and retail partners to ensure affected products are swiftly removed from shelves. Neither Reyes nor Coca-Cola has reported any injuries or illnesses related to this recall as of this report.
Consumers who may have purchased the affected Coca-Cola cans are advised to return them to place of purchase or dispose of them safely.