# Major Recall Alert: Potato Chips Recalled Due to Potential Foodborne Illness - Salmonella
Utz Quality Foods, LLC has issued a **nationwide recall** impacting limited varieties of its Zapp’s® and Dirty® potato chips. The recall stems from a potential **foodborne illness risk associated with Salmonella**, posing a significant health concern for consumers. Here's what you need to know to stay safe and protect your family.
## Why This Recall is Important
Foodborne threats like **Salmonella** can have serious implications, particularly for vulnerable populations such as young children, the elderly, and those with weakened immune systems. Healthy individuals who contract Salmonella often deal with **fever, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain**, but in severe cases, it can lead to life-threatening complications, including bloodstream infections or arterial illnesses like endocarditis.
While no illnesses have been reported to date, this **voluntary potato chip recall** underscores Utz’s commitment to consumer safety. The issue lies in a seasoning ingredient that contains dry milk powder sourced from California Dairies, Inc., which was identified as a potential source of Salmonella contamination. Despite testing negative before use, the ingredient supplier issued a recall out of an abundance of caution.
## Details of the Recall
This recall applies strictly to a limited variety of Zapp’s® and Dirty® potato chips available at retail stores across the United States. Here’s a breakdown of everything you need to know:
- **Products recalled:** Limited Zapp’s® and Dirty® potato chips varieties
- **Reason for the recall:** Possible Salmonella contamination in an ingredient supplied by a third party
- **Manufacturer:** Utz Quality Foods, LLC (subsidiary of Utz Brands, Inc.)
- **Distribution area:** Nationwide retail stores
- **Reported illnesses:** None as of this announcement
Utz Quality Foods is conducting this recall with the knowledge and cooperation of the **U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)**.
For the official recall notice, visit the FDA website: [Utz Potato Chips Recall](https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/utz-quality-foods-llc-issues-voluntary-recall-certain-limited-varieties-zapps-and-dirty-potato-chips)
## What You Should Do
If you’ve purchased Zapp’s® or Dirty® potato chips recently, follow these safety steps:
- **Stop consuming the product:** Do not eat the affected potato chips, even if they appear safe.
- **Dispose of the product:** Safely discard the chips to avoid potential contamination.
- **Contact Utz for questions or refunds:**
- **Phone:** Call Utz Customer Care at 1-877-423-0149 (Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM ET).
- **Email:** Reach out via the contact information provided on Utz’s website.
Retailers are also advised to inspect their inventory and remove any affected products from shelves.
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Utz Quality Foods is dedicated to maintaining the trust and safety of its consumers. While this recall is precautionary, it’s always best to err on the side of caution with potential foodborne risks.
For updates on this recall and more safety alerts, bookmark the official FDA recall page: [FDA Safety Alerts - Utz Recall](https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/utz-quality-foods-llc-issues-voluntary-recall-certain-limited-varieties-zapps-and-dirty-potato-chips)