Recall alert: Dr Pepper Zero Sugar label mix up forces company to take thousands of packs of the shelves

Have you ever opened a can of Dr. Pepper Zero, only to be surprised by a taste reminiscent of sugary sweetness? If you had this experience in the last few weeks, it might not be that PepsiCo has nailed the recipe, but that you purchased a can with packed sugar, which has since been recalled.

PepsiCo has announced a recall affecting nearly 20,000 cans of Dr. Pepper Zero due to serious mislabeling issues, which led to some cans containing sugar instead of the intended zero-calorie sweeteners. The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) confirmed that the recall, which was initially issued in late May, remains active.

The FDA has classified the recall as a Class II, which means that consumption “may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences.” Of the three classification levels, it is the second in terms of severity. Consumers are advised to check their cans, especially if they have health conditions that make sugary drinks a risk to their health.

Where were the cans sold?

Shoppers in Florida, Georgia, and South Carolina may have purchased the mislabeled cans, which were sold in 12 or 24-packs in the traditional carton packaging. To determine if your pack is affected by the recall, you will need to find the product code. You are looking for “XXXXRS05165‚” and a ‘Best by’ date of February 16, 2026.

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