Lidl recall because of metal foreign bodies in Köttbullar

Recall after the discovery of metal contaminants in Köttbullar
Lidl has started a recall campaign for Köttbullar of the manufacturer Tillman's Convenience GmbH. The Köttbullar could contain metal foreign bodies, which brings with it a considerable risk if swallowed. The product recall applies according to the notification of Lidl for the product "Gutknecht Köttbullar, frozen, 1000g" - regardless of the best before date.

Lidl has launched a recall for frozen Köttbullar due to possibly contained metal contaminants. (Image: www.lidl.de)

On 8 June, the manufacturer Tillman's Convenience GmbH had first informed about a product recall of the product "Gutknecht Köttbullar, frozen, 1000g" with the best before date October 17, 2015 and the batch 35810267 after found in the product metal foreign bodies, so the message from Lidl , However, "based on new findings, it can not be ruled out that further batches will be affected," reports Lidl. In order to exclude any risks for consumers, a precautionary recall of the product - irrespective of the respective best-before date - is now carried out in the interests of consistent consumer protection.

Risk of injury when eating the Köttbullar
In his current communication, Lidl expressly refers to the possible risk of injury when eating Köttbullar and urges customers to pay attention to the recall and not to consume the product concerned. Sold the "Gutknecht Köttbullar, frozen, 1000g" of the manufacturer Tillman's at Lidl Germany. Consumers can return the Köttbullar in all Lidl branches, whereby the purchase price will of course also be refunded without presentation of the receipt, reports Lidl. The manufacturer Tillman's Convenience GmbH apologize to all those affected for the inconvenience. (Fp)