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Class II, May Cause HarmF-2091-2019

Diet Mountain Dew (Dewnited Michigan) 20 oz. plastic bottle Promotional give away as individual units

Recalled by Pepsico INC on Aug 16, 2019

Reviewed by FoodRecallWatch Editorial Team · Updated

Recall Summary

Pepsico INC recalled Diet Mountain Dew (Dewnited Michigan) in a Class II action, the FDA tier for products that may cause temporary or medically reversible health effects on Aug 16, 2019.

The FDA-published reason for this recall is: "Front label states diet Mountain Dew, but the product is actually full calorie Mountain Dew."

The product reached multiple states, recorded by the FDA as "Promotional give away events at the (MI) Upper Peninsula State Fair and 1 retail location in MI." A multi-state footprint means the same lot can surface in households far from the producer. The recalling firm is based in Purchase, NY. The recall covers 1,000 units of product. The FDA has Terminated this recall (first reported Sep 4, 2019), its final lifecycle state, indicating the agency considers the corrective action resolved. The historical record remains useful for tracking a brand's recall pattern over time.

Reason for Recall

Front label states diet Mountain Dew, but the product is actually full calorie Mountain Dew.

Product Description

Diet Mountain Dew (Dewnited Michigan) 20 oz. plastic bottle Promotional give away as individual units

Distribution

Promotional give away events at the (MI) Upper Peninsula State Fair and 1 retail location in MI

What Should You Do?

  • 1.Check your kitchen for this product immediately.
  • 2.Do not consume the recalled product.
  • 3.Return the product to where you bought it for a full refund, or throw it away.
  • 4.If you have experienced any health issues, contact your healthcare provider.

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States affected: Indiana, Michigan

Terms Explained

Source: FDA Recalls, Market Withdrawals and Safety Alerts, 2026.