FDA-PR2026-06-18FOREIGN MATERIAL

MorningStar Farms plant-based nuggets and sausage recalled for possible plastic pieces

PLASTICNationwide distributionFoodPackaged food

What this means

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.

  • 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.
The agency's original wording
Hazard

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

Intended for
Adults
Illnesses reported
None reported

UPC codes

  • 0002898910110
  • 0002898910094

Official notice

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/morningstar-farms-voluntarily-recalling-two-varieties-due-possible-plastic-presence

Want us to check the next one for you?

We read every CPSC, FDA, USDA, and NHTSA notice and email you a plain-English Sunday brief covering your household — free, no credit card. Or upgrade to as-it-happens alerts for the brands you actually own.

Free · One email a week · Unsubscribe anytime