Publix, a major supermarket chain primarily in the southeastern U.S., takes food safety seriously by collaborating with manufacturers, the FDA, and USDA to address recalls promptly. Recalls can stem from contamination, foreign objects, or other defects.
This article focuses on recalls from September to October 2025, detailing affected products sold at Publix, reasons, health risks, and actions for consumers.
Always verify the latest info on Publix’s recall page at corporate.publix.com/newsroom/recalls or FDA/USDA sites, as recalls are often voluntary and precautionary.
Current as of October 11, 2025—check official sources for updates.
Contents
1. Foster Farms Corn Dogs
This recall involves about 3.8 million pounds of frozen corn dog products due to potential wood fragments.
- Product Details: Includes 16-count Chicken Corn Dogs, 12-count Gluten Free Corn Dogs, 36-count Corn Dogs, and others. Best by dates such as 8/12/2025, 11/21/2025, 3/18/2026, 5/15/2026, 7/21/2026, 8/4/2026. Establishment number “P-6137B” on packages. Sold nationwide, including Publix stores.
- Reason for Recall: Wood fragments in the batter, reported via consumer complaints.
- Health Risks: Ingestion of wood can cause injury, such as mouth or digestive tract damage. Five injuries reported.
- What Consumers Should Do: Do not consume. Return to Publix for a full refund or dispose securely. If consumed and experiencing pain, choking, or other issues, seek medical attention. Contact Foster Farms at 800-338-8051 (Mon-Fri, 11 a.m.-8 p.m. ET) or [email protected].
2. State Fair Corn Dogs
Part of a larger recall by Hillshire Brands affecting corn dogs and similar items.
- Product Details: State Fair Classic Corndog (6-count, GTIN 7106801126, Use By 12/17/25-6/9/26; 16-count, GTIN 7106816205, Use By 12/12/25-6/14/26); State Fair Beef Corndog (5-count, GTIN 7106804126, Use By 1/20/26-5/25/26). Produced March 17-September 26, 2025, at Haltom City, TX facility (EST-582 or P-894 on package).
- Reason for Recall: Embedded wood pieces in the batter.
- Health Risks: Risk of injury from foreign material, particularly for children and elderly. Five injury reports.
- What Consumers Should Do: Avoid eating. Dispose or return to Publix for refund. Contact Publix at 800-242-1227 for questions. If symptoms like oral injury occur after consumption, consult a doctor.
3. Jimmy Dean Pancakes and Sausage on a Stick
Included in the Hillshire Brands recall alongside State Fair products.
- Product Details: Original (12-count, GTIN 7790033496, Use By 11/13/25-5/16/26); Blueberry (12-count, GTIN 7790033494, Use By 11/16/25-5/13/26). Same production details as above.
- Reason for Recall: Wood pieces in the batter.
- Health Risks: Potential for choking or internal injury.
- What Consumers Should Do: Do not consume. Return for refund or throw away. Seek medical help if adverse effects noted post-consumption. Call Publix at 800-242-1227.
4. Scott & Jon’s Shrimp Scampi with Linguini
Voluntary recall linked to a multi-state Listeria outbreak.
- Product Details: Frozen ready-to-eat bowls. Lots: S254522 (best by 3/12/2027), S255522 (3/13/2027), S259522 (3/17/2027), S263521 (3/21/2027), S263522 (3/21/2027). Manufactured by Nate’s Fine Foods/Demers Food Group.
- Reason for Recall: Potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination.
- Health Risks: Listeriosis can cause fever, nausea, stiffness, or severe complications like meningitis. High risk for pregnant people (miscarriage risk), elderly, young children, and immunocompromised. Linked to 20 illnesses and 4 deaths (including one fetus) across 15 states.
- What Consumers Should Do: Do not eat. Return to Publix for full refund or dispose deeply in trash. If consumed and symptomatic, see a doctor and report to FDA. Contact Demers Food Group at 800-239-9731 (Mon-Fri, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. ET).
5. Publix Oven Roasted Chicken
Limited to one store location.
- Product Details: Original Oven Roasted Chicken, Lemon Pepper, Mojo, Mardi Gras varieties. Sold before 3:00 p.m. on September 26, 2025, at Southgate Shopping Center, Lakeland, FL. No UPC or lot codes specified.
- Reason for Recall: Possible contact with oven cleaning material.
- Health Risks: Not detailed, but potential chemical exposure could cause illness.
- What Consumers Should Do: Discard or return for full refund. If consumed and feeling unwell, seek medical advice.
6. Tru Fru Freeze-Dried Strawberry Desserts
Voluntary recall by Georgia Nut Company.
- Product Details: Tru Fru Freeze Dried Strawberries in Dark & White Chocolate; Tru Fru Freeze Dried Strawberries & Crème. UPCs available on FDA notice. Distributed nationwide, including Publix.
- Reason for Recall: Potential metal pieces.
- Health Risks: Ingestion of metal could cause injury or choking. No illnesses reported as of October 1, 2025.
- What Consumers Should Do: Do not consume. Return to Publix for refund or dispose. If eaten and issues arise, contact healthcare provider.
How Publix Handles Recalls
Publix notifies customers via in-store signs, emails, and their website. They remove items from shelves quickly and offer full refunds, often without receipt. Check your purchase history via the Publix app or site.
