Which recall category is used when there is a health hazard with a remote probability of adverse health consequences from eating the food?

• A. Class I recall
• B. Class III recall
• C. No recall
• D. Class II recall

Answer: (D)

When assessing recall types, the level reflects both how serious the harm could be and how likely it is. A health hazard with a remote probability of adverse health consequences from eating the food fits the middle category. This is Class II recall, which covers situations where exposure might cause temporary or reversible health effects, or where the likelihood of serious harm is remote but not impossible. It signals that action is needed to remove or correct the product, but it isn’t as urgent as a Class I recall, which is for a reasonable probability of serious adverse health consequences or death. By contrast, a Class III recall is used when adverse health consequences are unlikely, and no recall action would be needed if there’s no meaningful health risk.