DPHHS urges consumers to dispose of recalled Quaker Oats products

Press release

State health officials said today Quaker Oats Company has announced a recall of several types of granola bars and granola cereals because they may be contaminated with Salmonella.

The recalled product was for sale at several Montana retail locations including grocery stores, gas stations, and in vending machines.

The recalled product was sold in packages, singles, and in snack boxes with other brands. A complete list of recalled products can be found online at https://www.fda.gov/media/174880/download?attachment .

Salmonella is a type of bacteria that can cause diarrheal illness if eaten. Most people infected with Salmonella experience diarrhea, fever, and stomach cramps. Symptoms usually start six hours to six days after swallowing the bacteria, and most people recover without treatment in four to seven days.

Children younger than age five, adults 65 years and older, and people with weakened immune systems are at risk for more severe illness that could require medical treatment or hospitalization. Anyone who believes they have an illness due to Salmonella needs to contact their health care provider.

Consumers who have the recalled product should dispose of it. Contact Quaker Consumer Relations at 1-800-492-9322 or visit https://www.quakergranolarecall.com for additional information or product reimbursement.

As of Dec. 15, there were no confirmed reports of illness associated with the recalled products in Montana or elsewhere in the United States.

For universal product codes go online to https://www.fda.gov/media/174880/download?attachment .