Abbott recalls Similac Sensitive infant formula with Cronobacter sakazakii contamination risk. Consumers should stop using affected batches to prevent infant illness.
Consumer complaints related to Cronobacter sakazakii or Salmonella Newport in infants and evidence of Cronobacter sakazakii in the manufacturing facility where the product had been produced
Abbott is recalling Similac Sensitive infant formula products due to potential Cronobacter sakazakii contamination. This bacteria can cause serious illness in infants, especially those under 6 months old. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/13297-abbott-similac-sensitive-formula-recall-cronobacter-risk-in-infants.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/13297-abbott-similac-sensitive-formula-recall-cronobacter-risk-in-infants · Updated October 4, 2026 · FDA enforcement record: FDA #F-0938-2022
“Abbott Similac Sensitive Formula Recall: Cronobacter Risk in Infants.” GovInfoNow, updated October 4, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/13297-abbott-similac-sensitive-formula-recall-cronobacter-risk-in-infants. Based on FDA recall F-0938-2022 (https://api.fda.gov/food/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22F-0938-2022%22&limit=1).
Cronobacter sakazakii bacteria can cause severe infections in infants, including meningitis and sepsis. The contamination was found in the manufacturing facility, meaning the product may contain harmful bacteria that can make infants very sick.
Parents or caregivers of infants under 6 months old who own the recalled Similac Sensitive formula products. Infants with weakened immune systems are at higher risk.
Check for product labels with the following item numbers: 68082, 5753978, 6748901, 674891L. Also look for retail UPCs: 070074680835, 070074575414, 070074122380. The affected products include 34oz plastic jars and 12.5oz cans.
Discard all affected Similac Sensitive formula products to prevent infant illness.
Abbott found Cronobacter sakazakii bacteria in the manufacturing facility, which can cause serious illness in infants.
Check for item numbers: 68082, 5753978, 6748901, 674891L or retail UPCs: 070074680835, 070074575414, 070074122380.
The recall record does not mention any replacements or refunds.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Abbott to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall F-0938-2022 — Abbott Abbott Hello, I own a Abbott that is covered by recall F-0938-2022 from Abbott. 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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