Aldi Recalls Taquitos Nationwide Over Metal Contamination
Aldi has announced a significant product recall affecting more than 24,000 pounds of frozen chicken and cheese taquitos, following alarming reports of metal contamination in these popular frozen snacks. A consumer discovered metal fragments in their Casa Mamita Chicken & Cheese Taquitos, while another reported a dental injury after consuming the product. This nationwide recall impacts Aldi stores across the country, with potentially contaminated products still sitting in consumers' freezers.
As a result of these serious consumer safety concerns, we strongly advise conducting a freezer check for any Casa Mamita taquitos purchased from Aldi with best-by dates of July 3, 2025, and September 25, 2025. The affected products can be identified through product identification details, including the establishment number "EST. P-40327" printed on their packaging.
Aldi Recall Details
Valencia-based Bestway Sandwiches Inc. has issued a voluntary recall for precisely 24,870 pounds of frozen taquitos. The manufacturer identified these products as potentially contaminated with foreign material, specifically metal fragments.
Look for these identifying details:
20-ounce packages labeled "CASA MAMITA CHICKEN & CHEESE TAQUITOS"
Best By Dates: 07/03/25 and 09/25/25 printed on the bottom panel
Establishment number: EST. P-40327 on the carton package
Furthermore, these recalled items were produced during July 3 and September 25, 2024, and subsequently distributed to Aldi stores nationwide. The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS), a division of the USDA, became involved after Bestway Sandwiches Inc. reported receiving a consumer complaint about metal fragments in their product.
The FSIS has expressed concern that many consumers may still have these products stored in their freezers. If you find these recalled items in your possession, you have two options: either dispose of them or return to store for a full refund.
For consumers with questions or concerns about this food recall notice, we recommend contacting Bestway Foods' Quality Assurance Department at (818) 361-1800. Moreover, if you experience any injury or adverse reaction from consuming these products, immediately contact your healthcare provider.
Reported Incidents and Injuries
The serious nature of this cheese and chicken taquito recall became evident when a consumer reported a dental injury after consuming the contaminated product. According to the Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS), this incident occurred after the consumer encountered metal fragments in their taquito.
Prior to the dental injury report, Bestway Sandwiches Inc. had already received concerning feedback from customers who discovered metal pieces in their frozen chicken and cheese taquitos. These initial complaints prompted the company to notify the FSIS, leading to a thorough investigation of the reported incidents.
The discovery of metal contamination certainly raises significant safety concerns about these frozen products. Nevertheless, the FSIS has acted promptly in response to these reports, working closely with Bestway Sandwiches Inc. to address the situation and prevent further incidents.