The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has expanded its recall of specific Pillsbury brand Pizza Pops due to potential contamination with E. coli O26. This recall affects multiple sizes and flavors of these frozen snack products.
E. coli Concerns Prompt Withdrawal of More Pizza Pops
Details of the Recall
Initially announced in December 2025, the latest recall includes five varieties of Pizza Pops, totaling around a dozen products. The affected items and their details are as follows:
- Pizza Pops 3 Cheese
- Sizes: 380 g, 2.85 kg
- UPC Codes: 0 69052 12952 7, 0 69052 12958 9
- Expiration Dates: June 15, 2026, June 16, 2026
- Pizza Pops Pepperoni
- Sizes: 380 g, 2.85 kg
- UPC Codes: 0 69052 12953 4, 0 69052 12962 6
- Expiration Dates: June 16, 2026, June 17, 2026
- Pizza Pops Supremo Extreme Pepperoni + Bacon
- Size: 3 kg
- UPC Code: 0 69052 46901 2
- Expiration Dates: June 17, 2026, June 18, 2026
- Pizza Pops Pepperoni + Bacon
- Sizes: 380 g, 2.85 kg
- UPC Codes: 0 69052 12948 0, 0 69052 12961 9
- Expiration Dates: June 18, 2026, June 19, 2026
- Pizza Pops 3 Meat
- Size: 380 g
- UPC Code: 0 69052 12955 8
- Expiration Dates: June 19-21, 2026
- Pizza Pops Deluxe
- Sizes: 380 g, 760 g, 2.85 kg
- UPC Codes: 0 69052 12966 4, 0 69052 12949 7, 0 69052 13288 6
- Expiration Dates: June 8-15, 2026
Health Risks Associated with E. coli
Consumers are urged to be cautious as E. coli O26 can cause serious health issues. Symptoms may vary and can include:
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Abdominal cramps
- Diarrhea
In severe cases, individuals may experience complications such as seizures, strokes, and the risk of permanent kidney damage. So far, there have been 23 reported illnesses related to these products, with five resulting in hospitalizations, though no fatalities have been reported.
Next Steps for Consumers
Consumers who possess any of the affected Pizza Pops are advised not to consume them. They should either discard the products or return them to the store where they were purchased. The CFIA emphasizes that even if the products do not appear spoiled, they can still pose a health risk.
For further information and updates, consumers are encouraged to monitor announcements from the CFIA and public health agencies. If anyone believes they have suffered illness after consuming these products, they should seek medical advice promptly.
