Several major retailers have issued urgent product recalls that shoppers need to be aware of. The alerts cover food items that may be contaminated, products that pose a risk of damage, and objects deemed unsafe to own. Shoppers are urged to stop using any affected products immediately and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. The retailers involved include Waitrose, Sainsbury’s, Tesco and Smyths.
Waitrose recalls oat drink and olives
Waitrose is recalling Waitrose Essential Unsweetened Oat Drink due to a risk of microbiological contamination and spoilage. The issue stems from a breakdown in temperature control, which may make the product unsafe to drink. The recall affects products with best-before dates between August 14 and October 29, 2026, and items purchased between September 2 and September 21, 2026. Customers who have bought the product are advised not to drink it and to return it to the store for a full refund.
Waitrose is also recalling Waitrose Essential Pitted Black Olives 120g because Listeria monocytogenes has been found in the product. The affected use-by dates are September 13, September 18 and September 27, 2026. Customers who have purchased the product should not eat it and should return it to their nearest Waitrose store for a full refund. For further information, contact Waitrose Customer Care on 0800 188 884 and press option four.
Sainsbury’s recalls olives and coleslaw
Sainsbury’s is recalling Inspired to Cook by Sainsbury’s Pitted Black Olives 120g because Listeria monocytogenes has been found in the product. The affected use-by dates are September 6, September 7 and September 10, 2026. Customers who have bought the product should not eat it and should return it to their nearest Sainsbury’s store for a full refund. For further information, visit Sainsburys.co.uk/help or contact the careline on 0800 028 8303.
Tesco is recalling Tesco Finest Caesar & Smoked Bacon Coleslaw 270g, as some packs may contain Tesco Finest Four Cheese Potato Salad. The incorrect product contains mustard, which is not declared on the label. The affected use-by date is September 4, 2026. Customers with a mustard allergy should not eat the product and should return it to any Tesco store for a full refund. For further details, visit tesco.com/help/contact.
Chocolate, beer and toy recalls
World of Sweets has recalled a selection of Dubai-style chocolates sold across England and Northern Ireland because Salmonella has been found in the products. The affected items are Alyan Dubai Style Chocolate Truffles 120g (product code 319456) and Alyan Dubai Style Crunchy Knafeh and Pistachio Milk Chocolate 100g (product code 318591). Customers should not consume the affected products. If purchased directly from World of Sweets, contact their customer service team with the order number and the number of affected units. The company may ask for proof of disposal or arrange collection, after which a refund will be processed. If purchased from another retailer, contact that retailer directly with proof of purchase.
Lucky Saint is recalling its 0.5% Hazy IPA 4x330ml cans because some cans may become over-pressurised and rupture unexpectedly. The recall affects stock bought in Tesco and Sainsbury’s stores only. The affected best-before date is August 13, 2027, with a production time stamp between 20:50 and 22:30. Customers should not drink or open the product. Instead, share proof of purchase with the store for a full refund and safely dispose of the product. Do not return cans to the store. To dispose of the product safely, handle the cans as little as possible, place them upright in a sealed bag, and dispose of them with household waste.
Smyths Toys has recalled its Wooden Cornhole Board with Bean Bags because the sand inside the bags may be contaminated with a small quantity of asbestos, presenting a risk to health. The product has been withdrawn from the market and recalled from end users. Owners are urged to stop using the product immediately. If the product is undamaged, place it in a heavy-duty plastic bag, tape it securely, label it clearly, and store it out of reach of children. If the product is damaged and the filling is accessible, clean up using wet cloths to avoid dust, wear gloves and a mask, and double bag the filling, gloves, mask and cloths. Keep children and others away from areas where the sand was used until cleaned. Return the product to the nearest Smyths Toys store for a full refund without needing a receipt. If unable to return it, contact the local authority for guidance on safe asbestos disposal.
