• Utz recalled several varieties of Zapp’s and Dirty potato chips that were distributed nationwide.
  • The affected chips include a seasoning containing dry milk powder linked to a possible Salmonella contamination.
  • Consumers should avoid eating these products because Salmonella can cause illness, with higher risks for older adults, young children, and those with weakened immune systems.

Listen up, snack fans, because there's a new recall you need to know about. And it may be affecting your favorite flavor of chips. Here's what you need to know about the recent Utz chip recall, and what to do if you have them in your pantry right now.

What, exactly, is being recalled?

On Monday, May 4, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) published a recall notice for Utz Quality Foods, LLC, which took part in a voluntary recall of a limited number of its Zapp’s and Dirty potato chips. All the chips involved were shipped and sold nationwide.

Why are these chips being recalled?

According to the release, the voluntary recall is due to a seasoning the manufacturer uses that contains dry milk powder sourced from California Dairies, Inc., which may contain the presence of Salmonella. "The affected seasoning batches tested negative for Salmonella prior to use; however, out of an abundance of caution, Utz is recalling the limited varieties of Zapp’s and Dirty brand potato chips," the brand explained in a statement.

Salmonella, the release added, can cause serious and "sometimes fatal infections," and is particularly dangerous to "young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems." While healthy persons typically recover in a few days, they too can "experience fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain." And, truly, it's not something to mess around with, as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported that Salmonella resulted in 238 deaths over the last year, more than any other foodborne illness it tracks.

Which chips, specifically, do I need to watch out for?

The recalled products include the following, with their corresponding UPC (universal product code) and best by dates:

1.5 oz Zapp's Brand Bayou Blackened Ranch Potato Chips: UPC 83791272917, best by 3-Aug-26, 10-Aug-26, 17-Aug-26, 24-Aug-26

2.5 oz Zapp's Brand Bayou Blackened Ranch Potato Chips: UPC 83791272924, best by 3-Aug-26, 17-Aug-26, 31-Aug-26

8 oz Zapp's Brand Bayou Blackened Ranch Potato Chips: UPC 83791272931, best by 27-Jul-26, 3-Aug-26, 10-Aug-26, 17-Aug-26

2 oz Dirty Brand Salt and Vinegar Potato Chips: UPC 83791520148, best by 3-Aug-26, 10-Aug-26

1.5 oz Zapp's Brand Salt and Vinegar Potato Chips (60ct): UPC 83791010144, best by 3-Aug-26, 10-Aug-26

2 oz Dirty Brand Maui Onion Potato Chip: UPC 83791520162, best by 8-Aug-26

2.5 oz Zapp's Brand Big Cheezy Potato Chip: UPC 83791192208, best by 31-Aug-26

8 oz Zapp's Brand Big Cheezy Potato Chip: UPC 83791192246, best by 31-Aug-26

2 oz Dirty Brand Sour Cream and Onion Potato Chips: UPC 83791520094, best by 31-Aug-26

What should I do if I have any of these chips?

The good news is, the company says it has not received any complaints of illness in connection with this recall. However, the notice added that consumers who have these products should not eat them and should "discard any products they may have." The notice also warned retailers to check their inventories and shelves to confirm that none of the products are present or available for purchase by consumers.

Anyone with additional questions or those seeking a refund can contact the Utz Customer Care team by calling 1-877-423-0149, Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Eastern Time.