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Meat & poultry recall · USDA FSIS · Published June 15, 2023

Johnsonville, LLC, Recalls Beddar With Cheddar Ready-to-Eat Pork Sausage Links Due to Possible Foreign Matter Contamination

Johnsonville recalls 42,062 pounds of ready-to-eat pork sausage links with possible black plastic fiber contamination. Consumers are urged not to consume and dispose of the product.

🇺🇸 USDA FSIS recall #023-2023Meat & poultryJohnsonville ›
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What happened, in plain English

Johnsonville is recalling pork sausage links that may contain thin strands of black plastic fibers. This contamination could pose a risk if ingested, so consumers should stop using the product and dispose of it safely. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1275025-johnsonville-beddar-with-cheddar-sausage-recall-possible-black-plastic-fiber.

Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1275025-johnsonville-beddar-with-cheddar-sausage-recall-possible-black-plastic-fiber · Updated October 6, 2026 · Official notice: USDA FSIS #023-2023

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“Johnsonville Beddar with Cheddar Sausage Recall: Possible Black Plastic Fiber Contamination.” GovInfoNow, updated October 6, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1275025-johnsonville-beddar-with-cheddar-sausage-recall-possible-black-plastic-fiber. Based on USDA FSIS recall #023-2023 (https://www.fsis.usda.gov/recalls-alerts/johnsonville-llc-recalls-beddar-cheddar-ready-eat-pork-sausage-links-due-possible).

Why it’s dangerous

The product may contain very thin strands of black plastic fibers that could be ingested. While there have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions, consuming contaminated food can cause health issues.

Who’s affected

Consumers who purchased Johnsonville Beddar with Cheddar pork sausage links with a Best By date of 07/11/2023 are affected. Those who have the product in their refrigerators or freezers are at risk.

How to tell if you have this one

Look for 14-oz. vacuum-packed packages labeled 'Johnsonville BEDDAR with CHEDDAR Smoked Sausage links MADE WITH 100% PREMIUM PORK' with a Best By date of 07/11/2023 and C35 code.

  • Brand
    Johnsonville
  • Category
    Meat & poultry
Based on the official USDA FSIS remedy

What to do — step by step

  1. Stop Using Product

    Do not consume the recalled pork sausage links as they may contain black plastic fibers.

  2. Dispose of Product

    Throw away or return the product to the place of purchase to ensure it is no longer available.

Official remedy

What USDA FSIS says to do

Consumers who have purchased this product are urged not to consume them.

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Questions people ask

Is this product safe to eat?

No, consumers are urged not to consume the product as it may contain black plastic fibers.

How can I check if I have the recalled product?

Check for 14-oz. vacuum-packed packages with a Best By date of 07/11/2023 and C35 code printed on the back.

Are there any reported injuries from this product?

There have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of this product.

Take action

Contact Johnsonville

We’ve drafted a message you can send Johnsonville to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.

Subject: Recall 023-2023 — Johnsonville Johnsonville

Hello,

I own a Johnsonville that is covered by recall 023-2023 from Johnsonville.

The official recall notice states: Consumers who have purchased this product are urged not to consume them.

I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this?

Thank you.

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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official USDA FSIS recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.

  • Official source: USDA FSIS Recall #023-2023 (June 15, 2023)
  • Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 6, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the USDA FSIS notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
  • GovInfoNow is an independent service and is not a government agency. We republish official USDA FSIS recall data; we don’t issue, amend or administer recalls.
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