The FDA has raised the recall level for one of Frito-Lay’s top-selling chips to Class I, the highest alert for a food product. Getty Images
The popular chip brand Frito-Lay is now facing a serious issue. A recall for its Tostitos Cantina Traditional Yellow Corn Tortilla Chips has been upgraded to the highest risk level. This means the product could be very harmful if eaten. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has now labeled this recall as Class I, the most severe kind.
This change means there’s a real chance that someone could get very sick or even die from eating these chips. The warning is especially for people who are allergic to milk. The danger comes from a packaging mistake. Some bags of these corn chips may actually contain nacho cheese flavored chips instead. Those contain milk, but the label on the bag does not say so.
The company first issued a recall on March 26. It did so after being told about the mix-up in packaging. Since then, the recall has grown, and now the chips are considered a serious health threat for certain people.
The recall includes a specific batch of 13-ounce bags. Customers can check if their chips are part of the recall using the product details below:
- Product name: Tostitos Cantina Traditional Yellow Corn Tortilla Chips
- Size: 13 ounces
- UPC: 28400 52848
- Best by date: May 20, 2025
- Codes on the bag: One of the following manufacturing codes:
- 471106504, 18 13:XX
- 471106505, 85 13:XX
- 471106506, 85:13 XX
- 471106507, 85 13:XX
(In the code, XX can be any number between 30 and 55)
- 471106504, 18 13:XX
If you have a milk allergy or sensitivity, do not eat these chips. The company says customers should throw them away or return them to where they bought them. The health risk is high, and safety comes first.
So far, there have been no reports of serious health problems. But the FDA is taking no chances. The agency is warning the public clearly and strongly to avoid these chips if you are allergic to milk.
If you’re not allergic to milk, the chips may not cause any issues. But for those who are, this mix-up could be dangerous. It’s a reminder to always check packaging and be careful with food allergies.
This recall is also a big moment for the food company. Mistakes like this can lead to serious consequences. Still, Frito-Lay acted fast once they learned of the problem.
