Once Upon a Farm, based in Berkeley, CA, announced on October 30, 2026, the recall of all lots and varieties of its Tractor Wheel Organic Toddler Soft-Baked bars due to a potential choking hazard. The company reported that the product can rapidly hydrate into a dense, dry, and sticky mass upon contact with saliva, posing a risk for toddlers aged 1.5 to 2.5 years old.
The recalled products were distributed nationwide, including Puerto Rico, and consumers are advised not to consume them but to return them for a full refund. No injuries have been reported to date, according to the company.
Press Release: Food and Drug Administration
Published October 30, 2026. Reproduced in full from the Food and Drug Administration.
Once Upon A Farm Recalls All Lots and Varieties of Tractor Wheels Organic Toddler Soft-Baked Bars Due to Potential Choking Hazard
Summary
Company Announcement
Once Upon a Farm (Berkeley, CA) is recalling all lots and varieties of fruit-flavored Tractor Wheel Organic Toddler Soft-Baked bars due to reports that the composition of the Tractor Wheel toddler snack can rapidly hydrate into a dense, dry, and sticky mass upon contact with saliva and during chewing, which can result in a potential choking hazard for toddlers for ages 1.5-2.5 years old.
The Tractor Wheels were distributed nationwide, including Puerto Rico, and reached consumers via online sales and retail stores. This recall covers all lot codes currently available in distribution, including expired products which may be on consumers' shelves. Applicable unexpired Best If Used by Dates are 10/30/2026 to 8/26/2027.
Recalled products can be identified as follows:
- Tractor Wheels, Strawberry, Pumpkin & Beet
- 5 count - Net Wt. 3.35 oz (95g) - UPC 81000351261
- 10 count - Net Wt. 6.7 oz (190 g) - UPC 810003512932
- Tractor Wheels, Apple, Sweet Potato & Spinach
- 5 count - Net Wt. 3.35 oz (95g) - UPC 81000351260
- 10 count - Net Wt. 6.7 oz (190 g) - UPC 810003512840
- Tractor Wheels, Banana, Pumpkin & Cauliflower
- 5 count - Net Wt. 3.35 oz (95g) - UPC 81000351262
- Tractor Wheels (Variety Pack), Strawberry, Pumpkin & Beet/Apple, Sweet Potato & Spinach
- 20 count, (10) Apple, (10) Strawberry - Net Wt. 13.4 oz (380g) - UPC 810003512918
- TW 30 Ct Variety Pack, Stawberry, Pumpkin & Beet (10ct)/Apple, Sweet Potato & Spinach (10ct), Banana, Pumpkin & Cauliflower (10ct)
- 30 count - Net Wt. 20.1 oz (570g) - UPC 810003512925
- Organic Baby & Toddler Snack Sampler Packs, Online Only, containing 5 count cartons of Tractor Wheels along with other Baby and Toddler Snack products
- Organic Baby & Toddler Snack Sampler 9 count - Contains 3 - 5 count cartons of tractor wheels all three flavors - Case 10810003513670
- Organic Baby & Toddler Snack Sampler 12 count - Contains 3 - 5 count cartons of tractor wheels all three flavors - Case 10810003513694
- Organic Ultimate Snack Sampler 15 count - Contains 3 - 5 count cartons of tractor wheels all three flavors - Case 10810003513687
The decision to recall these products was based on three consumer complaints that were reported to FDA for choking. No injuries have been reported to date. We are working with the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) to make sure affected products are removed as the company works on reformulating and families have the information they need.
Consumers who have purchased this recalled Once Upon a Farm Tractor Wheels product should not open the package or consume the products. Instead, they should return the product to the location of purchase for a full refund or contact [email protected]. Consumers with questions should contact the company at [email protected] or call 1-888-983-1606 to contact our customer care team Monday to Friday: 6:00 am to 4:30 pm, PST and Saturday: 8:00 am to 11:00 am, PST.
We are sorry for the worry and disruption this has caused parents, caregivers, and our retail partners.
