Over the past few months, numerous recalls have occurred, and now there is an urgent recall on some of the fan-favourite products. The affected products that consumers should be vigilant about include fan favourite products such as Coke, Coke Zero, and Sprite. It has been found that these beverages may contain metal contamination.
Details about the recall
The Food & Drug Administration (FDA) made an announcement that an urgent recall has been done. This issue included three popular Coca-Cola Sodas, which may contain potential metal contamination. Consumers must check their cans to ensure they do not have those cans that are affected. And if they do, to ensure that they take the necessary steps to remain safe.
The U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) has announced a recall of three of the most popular Coca-Cola sodas. As mentioned, the reason for this was that it may contain metal in the drinks. There are selected Coca-Cola Zero Sugar, Coca-Cola, and Sprite cans which were produced by the Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages, LLC, that are impacted.
In addition, the Texas-based company initiated this issue on October 3, 2025. Another important fact to keep in mind is that on October 20, 2025, the FDA classified this recall as Class II. This means that drinking the Coca-Cola products “may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences.”
The affected products
The recalled Coca-Cola and Sprite drink were fortunately only for sale in Texas. However, more than 4,000 units of Sprite, Coca-Cola Zero, and Coca-Cola packs have been affected. Consumers can have a look at the following information to determine if they have cans that may be contaminated with foreign matter.
It is essential to be able to identify these affected products. At time, it is essential to keep in mind that no other Coca-Cola products have been recalled. Below is some information to look at in order to be able to identify the products that has been impacted by the metal contamination.
- 12-pack Coca-Cola Zero Sugar cans with codes 49000042559 / FEB0226MAA
- 35-pack Coca-Cola Zero Sugar cans with codes 49000058499 / FEB0226MAA
- 24-pack Coca-Cola cans with codes 49000012781 / JUN2926MAA
- 35-pack Coca-Cola cans with codes 49000058468 / JUN2926MAA
- 12-pack Sprite cans with codes 49000028928 / JUN2926MAA
- 12-pack Sprite cans with codes 49000028928 / JUN3026MAB
- 35-pack Sprite cans with codes 49000058482 / JUN2926MAA
What to do next?
If consumers have these affected products at home, it is important for them not to consumer it and to follow the required steps. If they have the aforementioned recalled Coca-Cola, Coca-Cola Zero Sugar, or Sprite sodas, consumers should not drink them.
The reason for this is because the metal fragments in the beverages could lead to internal injury. Instead, consumers are encouraged to rather throw the cans away immediately. Another alternative to this is to return the affected products to the store where they purchased the products in order to receive a full refund.