Thousands of cans of Dr Pepper recalled over risk of major health problems
Health officials have recalled 19,203 12-ounce cans of Dr Pepper Zero Sugar after discovering that they are 'full of sugar'.
The Food and Drug Administration announced a voluntary recall of the 12-pack and 24-pack cases of Dr Pepper Zero Sugar last month.
However, the federal agency updated the severity of the recall to Class II - meaning that the use of any Dr Pepper Zero Sugar can cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences.
The recalled cans were produced by the Pepsi Beverages Company in Jacksonville, Florida and were sold to retailers in Florida, Georgia and South Carolina.
The term 'Zero Sugar' indicates that the product has been made with no sugar in any form.
However, since these cans have been mislabeled and found to contain the same amount of sugar as a regular Dr Pepper can, they could create a health risk for diabetics or others who need to limit their sugar intake or avoid it altogether.
A regular 12-ounce can of Dr. Pepper contains 39 grams of sugar, according to its nutrition facts label.
The recalled Dr Pepper Zero Sugar cans have the product code XXXXRS05165 with a 'best by' date of Feb. 16, 2026.
Although this notice doesn't advise what to do if with the recalled soda, the FDA notes on its website that recalled products can often be returned to the store where they were purchased.
If that is not possible, the agency recommends safely disposing the product.
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