Freezer staple sold by Aldi recalled in US after customer complaint | The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentIndependentSwipe for next articleIndependent Bulletin homepageDownload ourSocial PartnerWe are 8 logo (opens in a new tab)AllNewsSportCultureLifestyleAmber RaikenMonday 23 February 2026 20:58 GMTThe meatballs have a 15-month shelf life and were shipped to Aldi stores nationwide (Getty/iStock)Aldi customers have been warned to check their freezers after Rosina Food Products, Inc. was forced to recall approximately 9,462 pounds of frozen meatballs distributed to Aldi stores in the US.The recall was prompted by a customer complaint about finding metal fragments in the Bremer Family Size Italian Style Meatballs.The US Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service has designated this a Class I recall, its highest risk level, due to potential serious health consequences.Affected products are 32-ounce bags with a “Best By” date of October 30, 2026, produced on July 30, 2025, and marked with establishment number EST. 4286B.Consumers are advised to either discard the recalled meatballs immediately or return them to the place of purchase, though no injuries have been reported.In fullFrozen meatballs recalled after ‘metal fragments’ foundThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in