January isn’t usually a month people associate with food or product scares, but the middle of the month brought a surprising wave of recalls.
In just a short span of days, five different food and consumer products were pulled from shelves and marketplaces due to a variety of safety concerns.
All these products serve as a reminder of the importance of staying informed about what we buy and use.
Here’s what shoppers need to know about the recalls issued in mid-January—and whether any of the affected items might be in your home.
5 food and product recalls between Jan. 19 and Jan. 25
ItemDetailStart DateWeek of Jan. 19-25Who’s affected?People who own certain treadmills, rocker chairs, purchasers of a brand of stain remover, consumers of a brand of canned tuna and ready-to-eat grilled chicken.What’s changing?See each specific food or product recall for more information.What will happen?People will have to stop consuming or using the products, return them to their place of purchase, and/or throw the products out.
Chicken recalled in 7 states: USDA says do ‘not eat them,’ throw out ASAP
More than 13,000 pounds of ready-to-eat grilled chicken are being recalled in seven states due to potential listeria contamination.
According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service, Georgia-based Suzanna’s Kitchen recalled 13,720 pounds of ready-to-eat grilled chicken breast filets because they might be contaminated with listeria.
Officials discovered the potential contamination after a third-party lab sample of the chicken filets tested positive for the harmful bacteria.
No illnesses have been reported to date.
The recalled chicken breast filets were sold in 10-pound cases containing 5-pound bags.
Each of the units contain the lot code 60104 P1382 287 5 J14, found on the side of the 10-pound case and on the two 5-pound bags.
The chicken had a production date of Oct. 14, 2025, and was sold in seven states, including Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Missouri, New Hampshire, North Carolina and Ohio.
Consumers who have purchased the recalled chicken and have it in their possession should “not eat them” and throw them away or return them to their place of purchase for a full refund.
For more information about this recall, you can check out our article here.
Canned tuna recalled in 9 states: FDA warns do not eat them; throw out ASAP
A popular brand of canned tuna that was sold in nine states is being recalled due to potential botulism contamination.
The brand of tuna affected is Genova Yellowfin Tuna sold both in olive oil and extra virgin olive oil with sea salt, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
The recall emerged after officials discovered a manufacturing defect that may compromise the can’s seal, causing the can to leak and allow harmful bacteria to grow.
No illnesses or adverse reactions have been reported to date.
The two products affected are the following, according to the FDA:
- Genova Yellowfin Tuna in Olive Oil (5-ounce, 4-pack) with UPC code 4800073265 and sell-by dates of Jan. 21, 2028, and Jan. 24, 2028.
- Genova Yellowfin Tuna in Extra Virgin Olive Oil with Sea Salt (5-ounce) with UPC code 4800013275 and a sell-by date of Jan. 17, 2028.
The recalled tuna was sold in nine states, including California, Indiana, Illinois, Kentucky, Maryland, Michigan, Ohio, Virginia and Wisconsin.
If you have the recalled Genova Yellowfin Tuna in your possession, throw the cans away or return them to their place of purchase to receive a refund.
To find out more about this recall, you can check out our article here.
1.5M Angry Orange Enzyme Stain Removers recalled due to bacteria exposure
Thrasio is recalling 1.5 million bottles of its Angry Orange Enzyme Stain Removers due to potential exposure to a bacteria found in soil and water that can harm those with weakened immune systems or other health conditions, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
Those with weakened immune systems or other health conditions who are exposed to this bacteria are at risk for serious infection that may require medical care.
No illnesses or adverse reactions have been reported to date.
According to the CPSC, the products subject to recall are the Angry Orange Enzyme Stain Removers in Fresh Clean Scent and Orange Twist Scent sold in 24-ounce, 32-ounce and one-gallon sizes.
The affected bottles come in orange and white and are labeled “Angry Orange” and “Stain & Odor Remover” on the front.
The product was sold at retailers nationwide, including Walmart, Target, The Home Depot, Meijer, Staples, TJ Maxx, as well as online at Amazon.com, Walmart.com, Target.com, AngryOrange.com and Chewy.com from March 2019 through December 2025, according to the CPSC.
It ranged in price from $4 to $60 a bottle depending on the seller.
Consumers should cease using the products and contact Thrasio for a full refund.
To get the refund, consumers should photograph the product and write in marker “recalled” with their initials and email the photo to [email protected].
After requesting a refund, consumers should throw the product out in the trash without emptying the contents of the bottle, and the bottle should not be recycled.
Johnson Health Tech recalls 47K treadmills due to fire hazard
Johnson Health Tech is recalling 47,000 treadmills because the power cord can become loose, causing a fire hazard, according to the CPSC.
No injuries have been reported, but the company received 27 reports of the product overheating at the power cord-socket connection.
The treadmills subject to recall include the “Matrix Retail T30, TF30, T50, TF50, and T75 treadmills,” as well as the “Vision T9800, TF20, T40 and T80 treadmills,” the CPSC stated.
The affected products were made from June 2007 through January 2024 and do not include a power cord bracket.
The recalled treadmills were sold at JFW, G&G Fitness, Precision Fitness, Fitness Expo, Fitcorp USA, Better Body Fitness of Montana Inc, BGI Fitness, Treadmill Outlet, Colorado Home Fitness and other retailers as well as online at matrixhomefitness.com and visionfitness.com from April 2012 through May 2025, according to the CPSC.
The treadmills ranged in price between $2,100 and $8,100.
Consumers without a power cord bracket should make sure “the power cord is completely inserted into the treadmill’s power socket before each use, until the treadmill is repaired,” according to the CPSC.
Consumers should contact Johnson Health Tech North America to receive a free replacement power cord that will be sent by mail for self-installation.
Academy Sports & Outdoors recalling more than 35K Magellan Odyssey Rocker Chairs due to injury, fall hazards
Academy Sports & Outdoors is recalling more than 35,000 Magellan Odyssey Rocker Chairs due to injury and fall hazards, according to the CPSC.
The chair legs can break, potentially causing fall and injury risks to consumers.
No injuries have been reported to date, but the company has received one report of the chair’s legs breaking.
The affected products have date codes of 07/2025 or 08/2025, and were sold from September 2025 to October 2025.
The recalled chairs were sold in charcoal, navy, olive green and teal.
Consumers should stop using the recalled chairs and return them to any Academy Sports & Outdoors store or mail them to the company for a full refund.
