A major ice cream manufacturer has issued a voluntary recall of approximately 40,000 cartons of its popular frozen dessert after discovering potential contamination that may pose a health risk to consumers.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued an alert regarding a voluntary recall of 40,128 cartons of Sundae Shoppe Cookies and Cream Mochi Ice Cream.

The recall affects products distributed in four states: Ohio, Michigan, Indiana, and Pennsylvania.

According to the company’s statement, the issue was identified during routine quality control testing, which revealed the possible presence of Listeria monocytogenes.

This harmful bacterium can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections, particularly in young children, the elderly, and individuals with weakened immune systems.

The affected product is a 1.5-quart container of the brand’s Vanilla Bean Premium Ice Cream, marked with the lot code #082421VB and a “Best By” date of August 24, 2025.

Consumers who purchased the item are urged not to consume it and to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.

As of today, no illnesses have been reported in connection with the recall. However, company officials and health authorities are urging caution, citing the serious nature of listeria infections.

Symptoms may include high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain, and diarrhea. In pregnant women, the infection can also lead to miscarriages and stillbirths.

The FDA is working with the manufacturer to ensure all affected cartons are swiftly removed from store shelves and distribution centers.

Retailers in the impacted states have been alerted and are taking immediate action.

This incident follows a growing trend of increased food safety recalls across the U.S., as manufacturers ramp up testing and monitoring protocols.

Consumers are encouraged to stay informed by checking recall alerts via the FDA’s official website or other trusted public health sources.