A major nationwide food recall is underway. The Hillshire Brands Company (Haltom City, TX) is recalling 58,000,000 pounds of corn dog and sausage-on-a-stick products because pieces of wood may be embedded in the batter.
Multiple consumer complaints led to the discovery, and five injuries have been reported. If you have these items, do not consume them—discard or return them immediately.
What’s being recalled—and why
The affected products include select items sold under the State Fair® brand (corn dogs) and Jimmy Dean® (pancakes & sausage-on-a-stick), as well as some unbranded food-service packs.
Hillshire’s investigation found that wooden sticks entered the production process prior to battering, creating the risk of wood fragments inside the cooked coating. That makes the pieces hard to spot even after heating.
How to identify the affected items
Look closely at your packaging. The recalled products were packaged between March 17, 2025, and September 26, 2025 and bear establishment numbers “EST-582” or “P-894.” These identifiers are typically printed near the inspection or lot information panel. If your box or case shows these details, treat it as affected.
1. Recall At-a-Glance
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Company | The Hillshire Brands Company (Haltom City, TX) |
| Scope | 58,000,000 pounds |
| Products | Corn dogs and sausage-on-a-stick (retail & food service) |
| Key Brands | State Fair®, Jimmy Dean® (plus some unbranded SKUs) |
| Pack Dates | Mar 17, 2025 – Sep 26, 2025 |
| Establishment Nos. | EST-582 or P-894 on packaging |
| Reason | Extraneous material: pieces of wood in batter |
| Injuries Reported | Five consumer injuries |
| Distribution | Nationwide retail, online, food service, school districts, DoD |
| School Note | Distributed to schools via commercial sales (not through USDA NSLP) |
| Consumer Action | Do not eat; discard or return for refund |
| Consumer Contact | Hillshire Customer Care: 888-747-7611 |
Where the products were sold
This recall covers items shipped nationwide to retailers, online sellers, and food-service distributors. Shipments also reached school districts and Department of Defense facilities.
While schools received these items through commercial channels, they were not part of USDA’s National School Lunch Program pipeline.
What to do if you have these products
- Do not consume any packages that match the brand, date range, and establishment numbers above.
- Dispose of the product safely or return it to the place of purchase for a refund.
- If you believe you were injured (e.g., mouth/throat discomfort, chipped tooth), contact a healthcare provider.
- For questions or help matching lot codes, call Hillshire Customer Care at 888-747-7611.
Potential health risk
Foreign objects like wood can cause mouth injuries, dental damage, and, in severe cases, internal injury if swallowed. Because the fragments can be embedded in the batter, they may be invisible after cooking. That’s why all potentially affected lots are being removed out of an abundance of caution.
Tips for families, cafeterias, and food-service managers
- Audit your freezer inventory and isolate any boxes with EST-582 or P-894.
- Document removal of affected lots and notify staff to prevent accidental service.
- Replace menu items temporarily and communicate with parents, students, or customers as needed.
This is a large, nationwide recall involving familiar corn dog and sausage-on-a-stick products that many households and cafeterias keep on hand. If your items were packed between March 17 and September 26, 2025 and carry EST-582 or P-894, treat them as affected.
The safest course is simple: don’t eat them—discard or return them, and keep the Hillshire hotline (888-747-7611) handy for quick verification. Acting now protects your family and community from the risk of wood fragments hidden in the batter.
FAQs
My package looks similar but the dates/IDs don’t match. Is it safe?
If your item doesn’t show the listed dates and EST-582/P-894, it is not part of this recall. When in doubt, contact the seller or Hillshire for confirmation.
Are school meals affected?
Some school districts received affected products through commercial distribution. Schools should check freezers, pull lots immediately, and follow standard discard/return procedures. These items were not distributed through the USDA National School Lunch Program.
Can I get a refund without a receipt?
Many retailers honor recall refunds without a receipt if you bring the product package or a photo showing the brand, date range, and establishment number. Policies vary by store—ask customer service for guidance.
