Washington D.C. – A massive recall impacting 58 million pounds of corn dogs has been announced due to the potential presence of wood fragments in the product’s batter. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) issued a public health alert on September 29, 2025, advising consumers not to consume the affected products.
The recall affects various brands of fully cooked, frozen corn dogs produced by “Golden Harvest Foods Inc.,” a prominent national food manufacturer based out of their facilities in Springfield, Illinois, and Fort Worth, Texas. The impacted products were distributed nationwide to retail stores and institutional food service providers. Specific product labels, identifying establishment numbers (e.g., “EST. 12345” or “P-6789”), and “best by” dates ranging from January 2026 to July 2026 are included in the recall notice.
The issue was discovered following consumer complaints reporting small pieces of wood in the corn dog batter. FSIS determined that the foreign material could pose a choking hazard or cause oral injury if consumed. While there have been no confirmed reports of illness or injury related to the consumption of these products at the time of the announcement, the Class I recall signifies a high health risk.
Company Responds to Recall
Golden Harvest Foods Inc. stated that the contamination appears to stem from a machinery issue during the mixing process at one of their production lines. The company is cooperating fully with FSIS investigators to determine the root cause and prevent future occurrences.
“The safety and quality of our products are paramount,” said Maria Rodriguez, CEO of Golden Harvest Foods Inc., in a press statement. “We deeply regret any concern or inconvenience this recall may cause our loyal customers. We are working diligently with FSIS to ensure all affected products are removed from circulation and to implement additional safety measures across our facilities.”
Consumer Action Advised
FSIS urges consumers who have purchased the affected corn dogs not to consume them. The products should be discarded immediately or returned to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions regarding the recall can contact the Golden Harvest Foods Consumer Hotline at [Fictional Phone Number] or visit their website for more information.
FSIS routinely conducts recall effectiveness checks to verify that recalling firms notify their customers of the recall and that actions are taken to make certain the product is no longer available to consumers.
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