Lamb Weston Inc. is recalling approximately 34,801 cases of its frozen foodservice Lamb Weston Hashbrown Patties across four product lines because of the presence of foreign material, specifically plastic pieces ranging from 1mm to 8mm in size.
The recall was initiated after the firm identified the contamination, and it is being conducted with the knowledge of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
The recall, initiated on April 19, 2025, is classified as a Class II recall, indicating a low risk of serious health consequences, though temporary or reversible effects may occur. The recall remains ongoing, according to the FDA.
The recalled products were distributed to Arizona and Hawaii, as well as internationally to Japan, Kuwait, Taiwan and the UAE.
Recalled products:
Lamb Weston Hashbrown Patties, Item M7204
Description: Frozen, LW Formed Oval, 6/3.5LB bags per case, GTIN 10044979923813, Made in USA
Code Information: USE THRU DATES: 2026.02.26, 2026.02.27, 2026.02.28, 2026.03.01, 2026.03.02, 2026.04.15, 2026.04.16; Codes: 09502263, 09502273, 09502283, 09503013, 09503023, 09504153, 09504163
Product Quantity: 7,929 cases
Recall Number: F-0752-2025
Lamb Weston Hashbrown Patties, Item M0053
Description: Frozen, LW Formed Oval, 6/3.5LB bags per case, GTIN 50195500004896, Made in USA
Code Information: USE THRU DATES: 30 AUG 2025, 31 AUG 2025, 1 SEP 2025, 2 SEP 2025, 3 SEP 2025, 4 SEP 2025, 5 SEP 2025, 6 SEP 2025, 7 SEP 2025, 8 SEP 2025, 9 SEP 2025, 10 SEP 2025; Codes: 09503033, 09503043, 09503053, 09503052, 09503063, 09503073, 09503083, 09503082, 09503093, 09503092, 09503103, 09503102, 09503113, 09503123, 09503133, 09503143
Product Quantity: 21,004 cases
Recall Number: F-0753-2025
Lamb Weston Hashbrown Patties, Item M7414
Description: Frozen, LW Formed Oval, 6/3.5LB bags per case, GTIN 10044979923820, Made in USA
Code Information: USE THRU DATES: 16 MAR 2026, 17 MAR 2026, 18 MAR 2026, 19 MAR 2026, 20 MAR 2026, 21 MAR 2026, 25 MAR 2026, 26 MAR 2026, 29 MAR 2026, 30 MAR 2026, 31 MAR 2026, 01 APR 2026, 02 APR 2026, 03 APR 2026, 04 APR 2026, 05 APR 2026, 14 APR 2026, 15 APR 2026; Codes: 09503163, 09503173, 09503183, 09503193, 09503203, 09503213, 09503253, 09503263, 09503293, 09503303, 09503313, 09504013, 09504012, 09504022, 09504023, 09504033, 09504032, 09504042, 09504043, 09504053, 09504142, 09504153, 09504152
Product Quantity: 2,079 cases
Recall Number: F-0754-2025
Lamb Weston Hashbrown Patties, Item M7422
Description: Frozen, LW Formed Oval, 6/3.5LB bags per case, GTIN 10044979922687, Made in USA
Code Information: USE THRU DATES: 2026/03/21, 2025/03/21, 21 03 2026, 21 03 2025, 2026/03/22, 2025/03/22, 22 03 2026, 22 03 2025, 2026/03/23, 2025/03/23, 23 03 2026, 23 03 2025, 2026/03/24, 2025/03/24, 24 03 2026, 24 03 2025, 2026/03/25, 2025/03/25, 25 03 2026, 25 03 2025, 2026/03/26, 2025/03/26, 26 03 2026, 26 03 2025, 2026/03/27, 2025/03/27, 27 03 2026, 27 03 2025, 2026/03/28, 2025/03/28, 28 03 2026, 28 03 2025; Codes: 09503213, 09503223, 09503233, 09503232, 09503243, 09503253, 09503263, 09503273, 09503282, 09503283
Product Quantity: 3,789 cases
Recall Number: F-0755-2025
As of the posting of this recall, no illnesses or adverse reactions have been reported in connection with this issue.
Consumers who have purchased the recalled Lamb Weston Hashbrown Patties are urged not to consume them. The products should be discarded or returned to the place of purchase.
About foreign object concerns
The presence of plastic pieces in food products poses risks such as choking, oral injury, or gastrointestinal damage if ingested. Consumers experiencing adverse effects after consuming the product should seek medical attention promptly.
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