Morningstar Farms nuggets and sausage recalled for possible plastic
MorningStar Farms is recalling two products because they may contain plastic pieces. The affected items are Buffalo Chik'n Nuggets (10.5 oz) and Hot & Spicy Sausage Patties (8 oz) with specific "Better if Used Before" dates in early July 2027.
From the FDA notice · Read the official notice ↗
What to do
- Check your freezer for the recalled products using the UPC codes provided.
- Discard any affected packages.
- Contact MorningStar Farms Consumer Affairs at 800-962-0120 (Mon–Fri, 9 AM–6 PM EST) or text 877-453-5837 for a refund.
Is yours affected?
Compare your label or packaging with the recalled product.
- UPC codes
- 0002898910110
- 0002898910094
- 00028989101105
- 00028989100948
- Sold in
- Nationwide
- Made for
- All ages
Details
- Illnesses reported
- None reported
In the FDA's words
CHICAGO, June 18, 2026 – MORNINGSTAR FARMS is voluntarily recalling two varieties of products in the U.S., Puerto Rico and Costa Rica because of possible plastic pieces in the food. Recalled varieties are: MORNINGSTAR FARMS Buffalo Chik’n Nuggets (10.5 oz) and MORNINGSTAR FARMS Hot & Spicy Sausage Patties (8 oz).
No other MORNINGSTAR FARMS brand products are affected by the recall.
HOW TO IDENTIFY THE RECALLED PRODUCT
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The affected U.S. products include the following variety:
Description
UPC Codes
Size
Better if Used Before Date
MORNINGSTAR FARMS Buffalo Chikn’n Nuggets
000 28989 10110 5
10.5 oz
July 07 2027 July 08 2027
MORNINGSTAR FARMS Hot and Spicy Sausage Patties
000 28989 10094 8
8.0 oz
July 05 2027 July 06 2027 July 07 2027
People who purchased affected product should discard it and contact the company for a full refund.
Consumers can contact Consumer Affairs Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 6 PM EST, by calling 800-962-0120 or texting 877-453-5837.