Parent company Dreyer’s Grand Ice Cream has issued a nationwide recall for five popular flavors of Outshine Fruit Bars due to the potential presence of foreign material. According to a company statement released on Aug. 16, specific batches of 2.5-ounce strawberry, watermelon, grape, tangerine, and black cherry frozen fruit bars packaged in six-count boxes may contain glass pieces according to CBS News. The food safety action affects distribution channels across the United States, prompting urgent safety guidance for consumers who purchased the popular snacks.
Fortunately, corporate representatives have confirmed that no illnesses or injuries have been reported to date in connection with the affected dessert items. Officials emphasize that the voluntary recall is limited strictly to the specified six-count multipacks and does not affect any other product lines manufactured under the brand.
Consumers are advised to check their freezers immediately against the official batch lists and universal product codes provided by the manufacturer. Retaining or consuming these items poses unnecessary hazards, making product verification a priority for households nationwide.
Identified Flavors, UPCs, and Batch Codes
The recall spans five distinct varieties sold in standard six-count configurations. Reviewing specific package details is essential for identifying impacted items currently sitting in home freezers. The following breakdown details the exact universal product codes, batch identifiers, and freshness timelines associated with the withdrawal:
- Outshine Strawberry Fruit Bars (6-count, 2.5 oz) — UPC 041548610047. Impacted batches include LLA616903 through LLA617603 with a best-before date of 30 SEP 2027; LLA620303 through LLA621203 with a best-before date of 31 OCT 2027; and LLA621303 through LLA621603 with a best-before date of 30 NOV 2027 according to CBS News.
- Outshine Grape Fruit Bars (6-count, 2.5 oz) — UPC 041548244044. Affected batches feature LLA616803 and LLA616903 (best before 30 SEP 2027), alongside LLA619703 through LLA620303 (best before 31 OCT 2027) according to CBS News.
- Outshine Watermelon Fruit Bars (6-count, 2.5 oz) — UPC 041548413624. Codes include LLA617603 through LLA618103 (best before 30 JUN 2027) and LLA618203 through LLA618503 plus LLA619003 through LLA619503 (best before 31 JUL 2027) according to CBS News.
- Outshine Black Cherry Bars (6-count, 2.5 oz) — UPC 041548000121. Listed under batch codes LLA618503 through LLA619003 with a best-before date of 31 JUL 2027 according to CBS News.
- Outshine Tangerine Fruit Bars (6-count, 2.5 oz) — UPC 041548612041. Impacted codes are LLA619603 and LLA619703, carrying a best-before date of 31 OCT 2027 according to CBS News.
Consumer Instructions and Refund Procedures
For shoppers who find matching boxes in their possession, corporate policy dictates two distinct courses of action to ensure safety and secure reimbursement. Individuals can either safely discard the merchandise or bring the packages back to the original point of purchase for a full refund according to CBS News.
Safely bagging the product before disposal prevents accidental injuries to waste management personnel or household members. Customers seeking further clarification can reach out directly to corporate consumer care lines provided on the brand’s official web portal.
Consumers should continue checking retail advisory boards for any subsequent announcements concerning related frozen dessert lines. Please share your thoughts or questions in the comments below, and pass this alert along to friends and family who may have these products in their freezers.
Disclaimer: This article is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional medical, legal, or financial advice. If you suspect you have ingested foreign materials, seek medical attention immediately.
