Urgent Trader Joe's Recall: Gerolsteiner Water Bottles May Shatter, Posing Safety Risk

Urgent Trader Joe's Recall: Gerolsteiner Water Bottles May Shatter, Posing Safety Risk

By Marcus Hartley

March 16, 2025 at 04:11 PM

Trader Joe's has issued a critical nationwide recall for specific lots of Gerolsteiner Sparkling Natural Mineral Water due to potential bottle shattering risks. Affected bottles may unexpectedly break, creating a serious laceration hazard for consumers.

Trader Joe's store during water recall

Trader Joe's store during water recall

Affected Products:

  • Lot code: 11/28/2024 L
  • Lot code: 11/27/2024 L
  • Price: $3 per bottle
  • Origin: Germany
  • Units affected: 61,500

Key Points:

  • Approximately 1% of bottles may have structural weaknesses or cracks
  • No injuries reported to date
  • The recall is a preventive safety measure
  • U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is monitoring the situation

Consumer Actions:

  1. Stop using affected bottles immediately
  2. Carefully dispose of or return bottles
  3. Visit any Trader Joe's location for a full refund
  4. No proof of purchase required

Recent Context: This marks Trader Joe's second recall in two months, following February 2025's recall of Organic Acai Bowls due to potential plastic contamination.

For Questions: Contact Trader Joe's Customer Relations: Phone: (626) 599-3817

Important: If you have purchased Gerolsteiner Sparkling Water with the affected lot codes, discontinue use immediately and return to any Trader Joe's location for a refund.

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