Mashed Potatoes Pulled From Stores In 7 States Due To 'Red Plastic' Pieces Found Inside

Bob Evans Original Mash Potatoes are being recalled after “red plastic” was found in the product. The US Food and Drug Administration reported the recall, which was issued voluntarily by Bob Evans Farms, on Mar. 4. Read on for more information, including exactly which products are affected by the recall and what to do if you’ve purchased them.

Bob Evans Mashed Potatoes Recall

Below is the specific information about the recalled product:

Labeled as Bob Evan's Original Mash Potato and packaged in a black plastic tray with clear film and corrugate sleeve overwrap. The product weighs 2lbs, and has a best by date of 4/18/24.

The batch number is 2392939, the lot number is KCL1 4-18-2024, and the UPC code is 75900005349.

'Red Plastic' Pieces Found In Mashed Potatoes

The recalled mashed potatoes were sold at various supermarkets in seven different states, including Connecticut, Illinois, Massachusetts, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Vermont and Wisconsin. The recall was initiated after customers found red plastic pieces were found inside the product, and is still ongoing.

What To Do If You've Purchased The Recalled Mashed Potatoes

If you've purchased the Bob Evans Original Mashed Potatoes, you can either throw them out or return to the place of purchase for a refund. Bob Evans Farms has released the following statement in response: "We are committed to your health and safety, and we follow best practices to ensure the quality and safety of the products we sell. We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused."

For any further questions or concerns, you can contact the Bob Evans Farms customer service center at 1-800-451-8500.