Similac infant formula recalls
Every Similac infant formula recall we found in FDA's records, newest first, with the hazard, remedy and official notice.
Updated October 19, 2026 · Source: FDA
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Similac infant formula recalls, newest first
Firms on these notices: Abbott Laboratories and Abbott Nutrition, Division of Abbott Laboratories.
| Date | Product | Hazard | FDA class | Units | Official |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Similac Abbott EleCare Infant Formula Unflavoured 400g can. 6 cans per case. Consumer complaints related to Cronobacter sakazakii or Salmonella Newport in infants and evidence of Cronobacter sakazakii in the… | Consumer complaints related to Cronobacter sakazakii or Salmonella Newport in infants and evidence of Cronobacter sakazakii in the manufacturing facility where the product had been produced | Class I | 6359 cases; 21126 cases; 1511774 cases; 938215 cases… | FDA report | |
| Similac Similac Pro-Advance Infant Formula with Iron, Milk-Based, Ready to Feed, 32 FL OZ (1 QT) Water filled bottles labeled as Similac Pro-Advance. | Water filled bottles labeled as Similac Pro-Advance. | Class III | 111 total cases. | FDA report | |
| Similac Similac Advance Complete Nutrition Infant Formula with Iron, 1.45lb plastic container. The firm received three consumer calls of product with Chinese labeling. | The firm received three consumer calls of product with Chinese labeling. | Class II | 51,642/1.45lb containers | FDA report |
This list covers the recalls we found in FDA enforcement reports, as of October 19, 2026. It isn't a safety rating of any product or brand, and a recall can cover only some models or dates, so check the official notice and search with your lot number before you decide anything.
Source: FDA enforcement reports via openFDA (food). Data as of October 19, 2026.
How do I check whether my Similac formula is recalled?
Check FDA for formula
Infant formula is recalled through the FDA. Its recalls page lists company announcements; match the lot number and use-by date printed on the bottom of the can or container.Search CPSC by product and model number
Nursery products, toys and other consumer products are recalled through the Consumer Product Safety Commission. Search cpsc.gov/Recallsby brand or product, then match the model number and date code on your product's label to the notice. You can report a problem at SaferProducts.gov.Register what you own
Car seats and durable nursery products such as cribs, high chairs, strollers and play yards come with a registration card, so the maker can reach you if there's a recall. Mail the card or register on the maker's site.
Questions about Similac recalls
How many Similac infant formula recalls have there been?
FDA enforcement reports list 3 infant formula recalls naming Similac since 2012, most recently Abbott EleCare Infant Formula Unflavoured 400g can. 6 cans per case. Item number… on February 17, 2022. That's 3 of the 21 infant formula recalls in this list.
Is my Similac formula part of a recall?
Only the models and dates in a notice are covered. Compare your product's lot number and use-by date with each notice below, or search FDA's recalls page for Similac. You can also contact Similac with your lot number.