Tyson Recalls 52,500 Pounds Of Chicken Wings Over Adulteration, 'Off Odor'
DETROIT (WWJ) - It's time to check your freezer.
Tyson Foods is recalling approximately 52,486 pounds of chicken wings that may be adulterated because of having an "off odor" scent, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service.
The fully cooked buffalo style chicken wing item was produced on October 24, 2015 and October 25, 2015 and sold in stores nationwide.
The problem was discovered when Tyson Foods Inc. received consumer complaints about the product being "off-odor" as well as mild illness associated with consumption. After these consumer complaints, Tysons Food Inc. brought this to the attention of FSIS.
There have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of these products by FSIS. Anyone concerned about an injury or illness should contact a healthcare provider.
The following product is subject to the recall:
•28-oz. bags containing multiple pieces of "Tyson Any'tizers Fully Cooked Hot Wings" with sell by dates of October 24, 2016 and October 25, 2016, packaging dates 2975PBF0508-23/2985PBF0500-01 and case codes 2975PBF0508-23/2985PBF0500-01.
The product bears establishment number "P-13456" inside the USDA mark of inspection as well as on the back of the bag above the heating instructions. These items were shipped to retail locations nationwide.
Consumers who have purchased these products are urged not to consume them. These products should be thrown away or returned to the place of purchase.
Consumers with questions about the recall can contact Tyson Foods' Consumer Relations at 866-328-3156.
