Gatorade Vanilla Protein Shake (Pepsico) – bacterial contamination (2018)
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
Gatorade Vanilla Protein Shake, 330-mL, Primary Package HDPE in a 12pk case
Brand
Pepsico Gatorade Plant
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Gatorade Vanilla Protein Shake, 330-mL, Primary Package HDPE in a 12pk case, One manufacture date: DT040988, use by date: JAN 04 19
Products Sold
Gatorade Vanilla Protein Shake, 330-mL, Primary Package HDPE in a 12pk case, One manufacture date: DT040988, use by date: JAN 04 19
Pepsico Gatorade Plant is recalling Gatorade Vanilla Protein Shake, 330-mL, Primary Package HDPE in a 12pk case due to Gatorade is voluntarily recalling a limited number of 12-pack 330-mL Gatorade Vanilla Protein Shake bottles because they may contain Bacillus cereus b. 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
Gatorade is voluntarily recalling a limited number of 12-pack 330-mL Gatorade Vanilla Protein Shake bottles because they may contain Bacillus cereus bacteria.
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 noticeDistribution
As reported by FDA
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Page updated: Jan 6, 2026