Asda has issued an urgent recall for a popular dinner item after discovering it may contain pieces of metal or plastic. The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has warned customers not to consume the product and to return it to stores for a full refund.
Product Details
The affected product is the Exceptional by ASDA Beer Battered Cod Fishcakes, sold in a 290g pack. The recall applies to all use-by dates from May 1 through May 5, 2026.
FSA Warning
The FSA stated: “Asda is recalling their Exceptional by ASDA Beer Battered Cod Fishcakes product because it may contain pieces of plastic or metal, making it unsafe to eat.”
What Customers Should Do
The FSA advises: “If you have bought the above product do not eat it. Instead, return it to your nearest ASDA store for a full refund. For further information, please contact ASDA’s customer relations team on 0330 053 0111.”
Point of sale notices will be displayed in all retail stores that sell the product, explaining the reason for the recall and the steps customers should take.
Understanding Recalls and Withdrawals
The FSA explained that when a food product has a problem that means it should not be sold, it may be ‘withdrawn’ (removed from shelves) or ‘recalled’ (customers asked to return the product). The agency issues Product Recall Information Notices to inform consumers and local authorities. In some cases, a ‘Food Alert for Action’ is issued, providing local authorities with specific measures to protect consumers.
Asda has apologized for the inconvenience and assured customers that refunds will be processed promptly.
