Simply Potatoes Hash Browns (Michael Foods) – Golf Ball Fragments (2015)
Class II: A situation in which use of, or exposure to, a violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote
Class II recall indicates potential for temporary health effects.
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Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
Crystal Farms Simply Potatoes Shredded Hash Browns packaged as individual plastic bags Net Wt. 20 oz (1 lb 4 oz) 567 g; UPC 0 20169 22233 4. The 20 oz containers are packed 12 per case (15 lbs total weight); UPC 2 00 20169 22233 8. Distributed by Crystal Farms, Minnetonka, MN.
Brand
Michael Foods, Inc.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Lot 5153 Use By: Aug 23 2015
Products Sold
Lot 5153 Use By: Aug 23 2015
Michael Foods, Inc. is recalling Crystal Farms Simply Potatoes Shredded Hash Browns packaged as individual plastic bags Net Wt. 20 oz due to Product may contain small slivers of shredded golf ball.. This is a Class I recall, indicating a high risk of serious health consequences. Based on FDA enforcement report.
Summary derived from FDA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by FDA
Product may contain small slivers of shredded golf ball.
Recommended Action
Per FDA guidance
Consumers should stop using the product and contact the recalling firm or return it to the place of purchase.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) directly.
View official FDA recall noticePage updated: Jan 6, 2026