All Lidl, Tesco, and Aldi customers are urged to return certain products following a series of urgent recalls. Contamination and hidden allergens pose potential health risks. Could your groceries be affected?
Lidl, Tesco, and Aldi Shoppers Urged to Return Products Over Serious Contamination Concerns
By Arezki AMIRI
Published on 24 November 2024 06:45
Shoppers have been warned to check their cupboards, fridges, and freezers following a series of product recalls from Lidl, Tesco, and Aldi. The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has issued these recalls for reasons including contamination and undeclared allergens. Consumers are advised to return the products for a full refund. Here are the recent-recalled products:
Lidl Recalls Meadow Fresh Potato Salads
Lidl GB has recalled its Meadow Fresh Potato Salads because of potential contamination with pieces of copper, making them unsafe to eat. Details of the affected products are as follows:
- Meadow Fresh Potato Salad with Yogurt (500g):
Use by dates: December 7, 13, 14, 16, and 21, 2024. - Meadow Fresh Potato Salad with Crème Fraiche (500g):
Use by dates: December 12, 16, and 23, 2024.
Customers who purchased these items should avoid consuming them. The products can be returned to any Lidl store for a full refund. Lidl's customer service team is available for inquiries at 0203 966 5566 or via email at customer.care@lidl.co.uk.
Tesco Tzatziki Dip Found to Contain Salmonella
Tesco is recalling its Tzatziki Dip due to the presence of Salmonella, which can cause symptoms like fever, diarrhea, and abdominal cramps. Affected product details:
- Tesco Tzatziki Dip (200g):
Use by date: November 24, 2024.
Consumers are advised not to eat this product. It can be returned to any Tesco store for a refund. Further assistance is available through Tesco Customer Services at 0800 505 555.
Aldi Bao Buns Contain Undeclared Allergens
Aldi has recalled its Let’s Party Vegetable Bao Buns due to the presence of sesame and duck meat, which are not listed on the label. This presents a health risk to people with a sesame allergy. The affected products include:
- Let’s Party Vegetable Bao Buns (8-pack):
Best before: all date codes
Let's Party Vegetable Bao Buns. (Image, Aldi)
Customers with sesame allergies should avoid eating the buns and return them to the store for a refund.
What Shoppers Should Do
The Food Standards Agency (FSA)Â insists on the importance of following recall notices. Buyers should not consume the affected products and can return them to the respective stores for a full refund. Retailers have set up customer service lines to address concerns and questions.