Las Vegas, NV (November 4th, 2025) – Dreyer’s Grand Ice Cream, Inc. has issued a voluntary recall of specific Häagen-Dazs Chocolate Dark Chocolate Mini Bars sold in Nevada and 33 other states due to undeclared wheat in the product. While no illnesses or injuries have been reported, individuals with wheat allergies or severe sensitivities face the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reactions if they consume these products.
If you recently purchased Häagen-Dazs ice cream bars, it is essential to check whether your product is affected and take immediate precautions. For those who experience an allergic reaction from consuming a mislabeled product, consulting a personal injury attorney can help you understand your legal options and protect your rights. Acting quickly not only safeguards your health but also preserves vital evidence for potential claims.
Our attorneys at George Bochanis Injury Law Offices have more than 30 years of experience monitoring these types of recalls to help keep our fellow Nevadans safe and to hold manufacturers and distributors accountable. To discuss your options, call 702-388-2005 for a free consultation.
The Häagen-Dazs Ice Cream Recall: Which Products Are Affected
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) reports that the food product recall includes Häagen-Dazs Chocolate Dark Chocolate Mini Bars in the 6-count package. Only products with batch code LLA519501 and the Best By date of January 31, 2027, are affected by this recall.
The batch code can be found on the product packaging alongside the Best By date. Consumers should carefully examine their freezer to locate this specific code. The affected products were shipped to two major retail customers, Kroger and Giant Eagle, and distributed to stores across 34 states between the production date and the recall announcement.
No other Häagen-Dazs products or other batches of the Chocolate Dark Chocolate Mini Bars are affected by this recall. However, consumers with wheat allergies should remain vigilant about checking product labels and staying informed about potential cross-contamination issues.
Where the Häagen-Dazs Recall Impacts Consumers
The recall affects consumers in 34 states across the country. Kroger distributed the affected products to stores in Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico, Ohio, Oregon, South Carolina, Tennessee, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.
Giant Eagle distributed the recalled ice cream bars to stores in Indiana, Maryland, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia. The broad distribution demonstrates how quickly mislabeled products can move through retail channels and reach consumers nationwide.
Because these products were manufactured centrally and distributed to multiple store locations under major retail brands, even consumers who purchased their ice cream bars weeks ago may still have affected products in their freezers. Checking batch codes and Best By dates is essential to confirm whether your product is part of the recall.
Understanding Wheat Allergies and Their Risks
Wheat allergies can be particularly dangerous and unpredictable. Unlike simple food sensitivities or intolerances, a true wheat allergy triggers an immune system response that can range from mild discomfort to life-threatening anaphylaxis. Consuming even small amounts of undeclared wheat can put individuals with allergies at serious risk.
Symptoms of a wheat allergy typically appear within minutes to hours after consumption and may include hives, itching, swelling of the lips or tongue, nasal congestion, difficulty breathing, abdominal cramps, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. In severe cases, wheat allergies can cause anaphylaxis, a potentially fatal reaction that requires immediate emergency medical treatment with epinephrine.
Children are particularly vulnerable to wheat allergies, though many outgrow them by adulthood. However, adults can also develop wheat allergies at any age. For those managing celiac disease or wheat sensitivities, undeclared wheat exposure can cause significant gastrointestinal distress and long-term health complications.
How Mislabeling Happens and Why It Matters
According to Dreyer’s Grand Ice Cream, Inc., the recall occurred because products containing wheat were repacked into incorrect packaging at the beginning of a production run. This type of packaging error represents a serious breach of food safety protocols and quality control standards.
Food manufacturers have a legal obligation to accurately label all allergens present in their products. Federal law requires clear identification of major food allergens, including wheat, on all packaged foods. When companies fail to properly label allergens, they put vulnerable consumers at immediate risk and violate consumer protection regulations.
Even a single mislabeled batch can reach thousands of customers across dozens of stores, which is why rigorous quality controls, testing, and prompt recalls are essential. This recall highlights how a lapse at any point in the production or packaging process can impact public health and why vigilance is critical for both manufacturers and retailers.
Legal Considerations for Undeclared Allergen Exposure
If you or a loved one experiences an allergic reaction from consuming a recalled Häagen-Dazs ice cream bar with undeclared wheat, there may be legal remedies available. Cases typically involve product liability or negligence claims, focusing on whether the manufacturer or retailer failed to uphold safety standards and labeling requirements.
Product liability attorneys can assist in gathering evidence, documenting the connection between the allergic reaction and the recalled product, and pursuing compensation for medical bills, emergency treatment costs, prescription medications, lost income, pain and suffering, and other damages. For severe reactions requiring hospitalization or causing long-term health complications, compensation may also cover ongoing medical care and permanent injuries.
Holding Manufacturers Accountable
Food safety and accurate labeling should never be left to chance. When manufacturers fail to properly identify allergens on product packaging, they put consumers with allergies at serious risk of injury or death. Holding companies accountable when they breach their legal duty to provide accurate labeling not only protects individual consumers but helps prevent future incidents and ensures safer practices across the food industry.
Manufacturers must implement rigorous quality control measures, conduct regular testing, properly train employees, and maintain strict packaging protocols to prevent cross-contamination and mislabeling. When these systems fail, consumers have the right to seek compensation for the harm caused by negligent practices.
If you or a loved one consumed a recalled Häagen-Dazs ice cream bar and experienced an allergic reaction, contact George Bochanis Injury Law Offices immediately. Our team can help you understand your legal rights, preserve critical evidence, and pursue compensation for medical expenses, lost income, and other damages resulting from undeclared allergen exposure. Call 702-388-2005.
