PepsiCo, Inc. is recalling 122,021 cases of Gatorade nationwide due to undeclared Yellow No. 6 and potentially Yellow No. 5, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
The recall applies strictly to 28-ounce bottles of four specific flavor varieties:
- Gatorade Lemon Lime
- Gatorade Lemon Lime Zero
- Gatorade Orange
- Gatorade Orange Zero
The recalled drinks were distributed across 38 states, including New York and New Jersey.
Identifying Lot Numbers and Best-By Dates
Consumers should inspect their bottles for the following identifying lot codes and corresponding expiration dates:
- Lot 091026 DL – June 7, 2027
- Lot 091126 DL – June 8, 2027
- Lot 072226 DT – April 18, 2027
- Lot 072426 TL – April 20, 2027
- Lot 072726 TL – April 23, 2027
- Lot 072926 TL – April 25, 2027
- Lot 073026 TL – April 25, 2027
- Lot 073126 TL – April 27, 2027
- Lot 080126 DL – April 28, 2027
- Lot 081026 TL – May 7, 2027
- Lot 082026 DL – May 17, 2027
- Lot 082526 KM – May 22, 2027
- Lot 090426 KM – June 1, 2027
- Lot 083126 DT – June 7, 2027
- Lot 082126 OA – April 18, 2027
The FDA has classified this action as a Class II recall. This classification indicates that exposure to or consumption of the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences.
