Chips Recalled In VA Contain 'Life-Threatening' Allergen: FDA

VIRGINIA — The Food and Drug Administration has elevated a recall issued last month for tortilla chips due to an undeclared allergen that could cause a "serious or life-threatening" reaction if consumed.

Frito-Lay issued its initial recall for 1,300 bags of Tostitos yellow corn tortilla chips on March 26, stating the products may include nacho cheese chips and, therefore, may contain undeclared milk.

The FDA recently classified the recall at Class 1, meaning the product presents a serious health hazard that could "cause serious adverse health consequences or death."

The recalled product is in a flexible 13-ounce bag containing UPC code 2840052848 and has a freshness dating of May 20, 2025.

According to the FDA, the chips were distributed to a mix of retailers including grocery, convenience and drug stores, as well as e-commerce distributors, in the following 13 states: Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Mississippi, North Carolina, Ohio, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia and West Virginia.

Consumers would have been able to purchase these chips as early as March 7.

While no allergic reactions have been reported to date, health officials said consumers with an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk run the risk of a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume the recalled product.

If consumers have an allergy or sensitivity to milk, they should not consume the product and discard it immediately.

For more information, visit the Frito-Lay contact page or call 800-352-4477 between 9 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday.