Check your freezer now—Trader Joe’s has issued an urgent recall for one of its popular frozen breakfast products. The grocery chain announced on February 14, 2025, that its 10-ounce Organic Acai Bowls are being recalled due to potential plastic contamination. This foreign material poses a choking or injury hazard to consumers.
What Product Is Affected?
The Organic Acai Bowls, a favorite among Trader Joe’s shoppers, contain a blend of strawberries, blueberries, bananas, granola, and dried coconut. All units of this product are affected by the recall, regardless of their purchase date or best-before information. Customers are advised to either dispose of the product immediately or return it to their local Trader Joe’s store for a full refund.
Are There Any Health Concerns?
While no illnesses or injuries have been reported at this time, the company is urging consumers to exercise caution. If you have experienced any health issues after consuming the product, seek medical attention and contact your healthcare provider.
A Look at Trader Joe’s Recall History
Trader Joe’s has maintained a relatively low number of product recalls since its founding in 1967. Past recalls have included canned tuna, baby carrots, frozen waffles, green onions, and various ready-to-eat meat and poultry products. All of these products, like the Organic Acai Bowls, were voluntarily removed from store shelves to prioritize customer safety.
Customer Reactions and Supplier Concerns
This latest recall has sparked discussions among Trader Joe’s loyal fanbase. Some Reddit users noted that the Organic Acai Bowls had only recently returned to shelves and were produced by a new supplier. Concerns were raised about the quality of products from new suppliers, with one user commenting, “I skipped this today because I was worried the new supplier might not be good (like with some of the other products in the past year).”
How to Get More Information
For customers with questions or concerns about the recall, Trader Joe’s encourages reaching out to their Customer Relations team at (626) 599-3817. Alternatively, inquiries can be submitted through the company’s product feedback page online.
Final Thoughts
Consumer safety remains Trader Joe’s top priority, and the company is taking every precaution to address this situation. Be sure to check your freezer and take action if you have the affected Organic Acai Bowls on hand.
