Is The Quaker Oats Co. safe? — 2026 analysis

We analyzed every published US government recall on record for The Quaker Oats Co.. Here’s the verdict, the data behind it, and what it means if you’ve bought from this brand.

Safety grade: A

Generally safe based on recall history

No Class I (most serious) recalls in the last 5 years. That puts this brand in the cleanest tier we track.

Total recalls on record

Class I (last 5 yrs)

Recalls in last 5 yrs

What this grade actually means

We grade brands A through D based on their Class I recall count over the past 5 years — Class I means the FDA, USDA, or CPSC determined a reasonable probability that consumption or use could cause serious adverse health consequences or death. Class II and III recalls are tracked but don’t affect the grade.

A — 0 Class I recalls in 5 years (cleanest tier).
B — 1–2 Class I recalls in 5 years.
C — 3–4 Class I recalls in 5 years.
D — 5+ Class I recalls in 5 years.

Independent safety analysis

# The Quaker Oats Co. Consumer Safety Summary The Quaker Oats Co. has issued 18 recalls in total, with all 18 occurring within the last five years. The company received a safety grade of A, and no Class I recalls (the most serious category posing serious health risks) were recorded during this period. This indicates the company maintains active monitoring systems and responds to identified issues, though the concentration of recalls in recent years warrants attention. Consumers should review recall notices on the FDA website or Quaker's official channels to determine if their products are affected. Most recalls involve specific lot codes or date ranges rather than entire product lines. Checking product packaging for recall information and retaining purchase receipts can help identify affected items. Consumers with questions about product safety or recalls should contact Quaker's customer service directly for accurate, product-specific guidance.

Most common reasons for The Quaker Oats Co. recalls

Based on every recall we’ve recorded for this brand since 2023.

potential Salmonella65 recalls

Most recent recall

December 15, 2023 · FDA · Class II

Quaker Chewy Bars Less Sugar Cookies & Cream. 1ct 1.38 oz; 8ct 6.7 oz. Bars are individually wrapped in plastic and then packaged in paperboard boxes or totes.

potential Salmonella

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Should you stop buying The Quaker Oats Co.?

A recall on record doesn’t mean every product is unsafe — it means a specific lot, batch, or product line was pulled. Most recalls are tied to a single production date or facility.

For most consumers, The Quaker Oats Co. is safe to keep buying. The smartest move is to turn on alerts for this specific brand so you find out the moment a new recall is issued — long before you’d hear it on the news.