National Safety Recalls - July 18
Recall expanded because some packages contain undeclared milk.
New FDA expansion: Ola-Ola Pounded Yam
Fayus Inc. has expanded its recall of Ola-Ola Pounded Yam because some packages may contain undeclared milk in the form of sodium caseinate. The expansion now covers 2-pound, 4-pound, 5-pound and 10-pound bags with expiration dates from November 2028 through May 2029, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
People with a milk allergy or severe sensitivity could suffer a serious or life-threatening reaction. No illnesses or injuries had been reported as of the July 17 announcement. (U.S. Food and Drug Administration)
The affected product was distributed from December 2025 through May 2026 through African and Caribbean food markets in:
- California
- Georgia
- Illinois
- New Jersey
- New York
- Texas
Consumers should check both the expiration date and the allergen statement. Packages that correctly declare milk are not included. Those with a milk allergy should not eat the affected product. Agency check
CPSC: No recall newer than the agency’s July 16 batch appeared. Those previously reported actions included Cat & Jack sandals, toddler towers, child-entrapment hazards, button-battery toys, paint thinner and other serious household-product risks. (U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission)
NHTSA: No new major vehicle consumer alert has appeared since the July 9 Kia Telluride park-outside recall involving 462,869 vehicles and an overheating power-seat motor. (NHTSA)
USDA FSIS: No new recall or public-health alert surfaced after the July 3 GoodTimes beef-jerky alert.
