Nestlé USA has issued a voluntary recall for over 50,000 cases of Lean Cuisine Butternut Squash Ravioli following consumer reports of the presence of a wood-like foreign material inside the frozen meals.
The recall applies to Lean Cuisine Butternut Squash Ravioli products sold in 37 states, with a total of 50,611 cases removed from distribution. The affected ravioli were packaged in 9 7/8-ounce plastic trays sealed with film and housed in a paperboard carton. The product has the number 12049225 and the UPC 013800144065. Recalled batches include codes 4261595912 to 5038595912, with best-by dates ranging from October 2025 to March 2026.
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Why It Matters
While no widespread health issues have been reported, Nestlé confirmed that one consumer had a possible choking incident, which prompted the recall. The presence of any foreign object in food products endangers consumer safety, especially when the material can cause physical harm if consumed.
The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) classified the recall as Class II, indicating a remote risk of serious health consequences. Nestlé stated that the problem is isolated and being investigated, and that the company is fully cooperating with both the FDA and the US Department of Agriculture (USDA).
What To Know
The affected products were distributed from September 2024 to March 2025. In addition to the Butternut Squash Ravioli, the recall includes select batches of Lean Cuisine Spinach Artichoke Ravioli, Lean Cuisine Lemon Garlic Shrimp Stir Fry, and STOUFFER’S Party Size Chicken Lasagna. These items were sold at major retailers across the country, including California, Texas, New York, and Florida.
States Affected by Recall
Customers are advised not to consume the recalled products. Instead, they should return the items to the store where they were purchased for a refund or replacement. Nestlé USA’s consumer line can be reached at (800) 681-1676, which is open weekdays from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. EST.