U.S. food recalls have increased by 21.4 percent between 2021 and 2025, with both the FDA and USDA responding to growing safety concerns including allergen contamination, bacterial exposure, and foreign objects. Allergen issues account for 45.2 percent of recalls while bacterial contamination represents 22.6 percent, creating significant health risks particularly for vulnerable populations. Consumer guidance emphasizes checking recall details, proper product disposal, and sanitizing surfaces if affected items were consumed. California leads nationally with 38.3 percent of recalls impacting customers while 17.5 percent originate from state producers. The data analysis by Trace One reveals Class I recalls for serious health risks grew 36.4%.
Food Safety Recalls Rise to Record Levels Across U.S. Markets and States
