Family Dollar recalls Vicks Vaporub and Swan Medicated Chest Rub products sold between April and June 2022 due to improper storage conditions.
CGMP Deviations: product held outside appropriate storage temperature conditions.
Family Dollar stores recalled specific Vicks Vaporub and Swan Medicated Chest Rub products sold between April and June 2022 because they were stored at incorrect temperatures. This could lead to product degradation but does not pose an immediate safety risk to consumers.
The products were stored outside the required temperature range, which could cause the product to degrade. However, this does not mean the products are unsafe for use in normal conditions.
Customers who purchased Vicks Vaporub or Swan Medicated Chest Rub from Family Dollar stores between April 30 and June 10, 2022, are affected. Those with the specific SKUs listed are most at risk.
Check for the product names and SKUs: Vicks Vaporub 1.76oz SKU 919667, Vicks Vapor Rub Lava 1.76oz SKU 999813, or Swan Medicated Chest Rub 3.53oz SKU 920611. These were sold at Family Dollar stores from April 30 to June 10, 2022.
Look for the specific product names and SKUs listed in the recall notice to confirm if your item is affected.
Yes, the products are safe for use but were stored improperly during distribution, which could cause degradation.
Check for the product names and SKUs: Vicks Vaporub 1.76oz SKU 919667, Vicks Vapor Rub Lava 1.76oz SKU 999813, or Swan Medicated Chest Rub 3.53oz SKU 920611.
The recall does not require returning products; customers should check if they have the specific SKUs and use them as usual.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Family Dollar to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall D-1394-2022 — Family Dollar Family Dollar Hello, I own a Family Dollar that is covered by recall D-1394-2022 from Family Dollar. 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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