HIGH

African Food on Wheels Recalls Oven Dried Fish Due to Botulism Risk

African Food on Wheels Inc. recalled 20 boxes of Oven Dried Fish on November 5, 2025. The product poses a high risk of Clostridium botulinum contamination. Customers should not consume the fish and seek a refund immediately.

Quick Facts at a Glance

Recall Date
November 5, 2025
Hazard Level
HIGH
Brand
African Food on Wheels
Category
Food & Beverages
Sold At
Multiple Retailers
Geographic Scope
1 states
At-Risk Groups
GENERAL

Hazard Information

Clostridium botulinum (uneviscerated fish)

What You Should Do

Consumers who have purchased this product should not consume it. Contact African Food on Wheels Inc. for refund or replacement information. Notification method: Two or more of the following: Email, Fax, Letter, Press Release, Telephone, Visit

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Product Details

The recalled product, Oven Dried Fish (SCOMBEROMORUS CAVALLA), was distributed exclusively to walk-in customers at African Food on Wheels Inc. located at 1376 Randall Avenue, Bronx, NY 10474. The product is packed in a corrugated brown box.

The Hazard

Clostridium botulinum can cause severe illness or death. The bacteria can grow in uneviscerated fish, leading to potentially fatal food poisoning.

Reported Incidents

No incidents or injuries have been reported at this time, but consumers are urged to take the recall seriously due to the high risk of botulism.

What to Do

Stop using the product immediately. Consumers should contact African Food on Wheels Inc. for refund or replacement information.

Contact Information

For more information, consumers can reach out via email, fax, letter, telephone, or visit African Food on Wheels Inc. at their Bronx location.

Key Facts

  • Recall date: November 5, 2025
  • Hazard: Clostridium botulinum contamination
  • Quantity recalled: 20 boxes
  • Sold at: African Food on Wheels Inc., Bronx, NY
  • High risk of serious illness

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Safety Assessment

Risk LevelHIGH
Severity Score
8/ 10
Affected Groups
GENERAL
Injury Types
POISONING

Product Classification

Product Details

Model Numbers
No codes
Affected States
NY
Report Date
December 17, 2025
Source Agency
FDA - Food Safety
Recall Status
ACTIVE

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