Friendly's Vienna Mocha Chunk Ice Cream Recall: Foreign Object Hazard

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Recalling firmFriendly Ice Cream Corp.1855 Boston Rd · Wilbraham, MA 01095-1002

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What happened, in plain English

Friendly's Vienna Mocha Chunk Ice Cream Tubs (48 fl oz) are being recalled because they may contain a foreign object. This could pose a risk if the object is ingested. Consumers should check their tubs for the UPC code and take appropriate action.

Why it’s dangerous

The ice cream tubs may contain a foreign object that could be ingested if the product is consumed. This poses a minor risk as the object is not expected to cause serious injury.

Who’s affected

Owners of Friendly's Vienna Mocha Chunk Ice Cream Tubs (48 fl oz) with UPC 0-29839 00557-4 are affected. Children and others who might accidentally ingest the product are at higher risk.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for the UPC code 0-29839 00557-4 on the tub. The product was sold between June 2016 and the use-by date of June 18, 2016.

Brand
Friendly
Category
Food

Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

Check Tubs for UPC
Look for the UPC code 0-29839 00557-4 on the ice cream tub.

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Questions people ask

Is this product safe to eat?

The recall states there may be a foreign object, so it is not recommended to consume the product until the recall action is taken.

What should I do if I have this product?

Check the UPC code on the tub. If it matches 0-29839 00557-4, contact Friendly Ice Cream Corp. for instructions.

When was this product sold?

The product was sold from June 2016 until the use-by date of June 18, 2016.

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Subject: Recall F-2976-2015 — Friendly Friendly

Hello,

I own a Friendly that is covered by recall F-2976-2015 from Friendly.

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 FDA 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: FDA Recall #F-2976-2015 (July 16, 2015) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for F-2976-2015 to see it in context.
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Friendly Ice Cream Corp. recalls Friendly's Vienna Mocha Chunk Ice Cream Tub, 48 U.S. FL. OZ. UPC: 0-29839 00557-4

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