The recall, announced on 13 November 2026, covers specific use-by dates of two products sold by the retailer. According to the Food Standards Agency (FSA), the labelling error presents a possible health risk to people who are allergic to milk or intolerant to milk or its constituents. Tesco has confirmed that no other products sold in its stores are affected.
Two Tesco Pie Products Affected by the Labelling Error
The recall involves Tesco Steak and Guinness Pie, weighing 200g, and Tesco 6 Steak and Guinness Mini Pies, sold in 198g packs. Both products contain milk that has not been identified on their labels, leaving customers without accurate information about the ingredients.
All use-by dates up to and including 23 November 2026 are covered by the recall. The date restriction applies to both products, rather than to one particular pack size. According to the Mirror, Tesco issued an urgent warning after identifying the labelling mistake and advised affected customers to return the products to a store for a refund.
In its recall notice, Tesco explained that the products were being withdrawn from customers because of undeclared milk. The company warned that consuming them could pose a risk to people with an allergy or intolerance to milk or milk constituents.
The supermarket has instructed customers with these conditions not to eat either product if it falls within the affected date range. Instead, they can take the pies to any Tesco store and receive a full refund. Customers do not need to provide a receipt, and the refund is not restricted to the branch where the products were originally purchased.
Tesco has also directed shoppers who require further information to its customer services contact page. The retailer apologised for the inconvenience caused and confirmed that the recall does not extend to any other products it sells.
Food Standards Agency Issues Allergy Alert and Explains Recall Process
The Food Standards Agency has issued an allergy alert covering both products, identifying the undeclared milk as the reason for the recall. According to the agency’s official notice, the presence of milk makes the pies a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to milk or milk constituents.
The FSA confirmed that Tesco was recalling the affected products from customers and had been advised to contact relevant allergy support organisations. These organisations would then inform their members about the recall.
The agency distinguishes between two measures used when a food product should no longer be sold. A withdrawal involves removing an affected item from shop shelves, while a recall requires customers to return products they have already bought.
Food products may be withdrawn or recalled when incorrect or missing allergen information creates a potential risk to consumers. The FSA issues an allergy alert when such a risk has been identified.
