Got Gatorade at home? Check these 4 flavors and 28-ounce bottles now

The recall involves 122,021 cases of Gatorade made by PepsiCo. The affected products are 28-ounce bottles, a size many shoppers buy as single bottles or in multipacks for workouts, school lunches, road trips and quick hydration.

The four flavors to check are: Gatorade Lemon Lime, Gatorade Lemon Lime Zero, Gatorade Orange and Gatorade Orange Zero. If you have another flavor or another bottle size, it may not be part of this specific recall, but the safest move is still to compare the label, date and lot information carefully.

The reason for the recall is undeclared artificial food dyes, specifically Yellow No. 5 and/or Yellow No. 6. These ingredients are commonly used in foods and drinks, but they must be listed correctly so consumers can make informed choices.

This matters most for people with a known sensitivity, allergy or medical reason to avoid certain food dyes. The FDA classified the recall as Class II, a category used when exposure may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or when the chance of serious health effects is remote.

The recalled products were distributed across 37 U.S. states. Reports list the states as Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Washington and Wisconsin.

Because the distribution area is broad, the key is not to rely only on where you bought the drink. Instead, check the flavor, bottle size, best-by date and lot code printed on your bottle.

Start with the basics: look for a 28-ounce bottle in one of the four recalled flavors. Then check the printed date and lot code, usually found near the neck, shoulder or upper area of the bottle.

Reported affected best-by dates range from April 18, 2027 through June 8, 2027, with lot codes including combinations such as 072226 DT, 082126 OA, 072426 TL, 072726 TL, 072926 TL, 073026 TL, 073126 TL, 080126 DL, 081026 TL, 082026 DL, 082526 KM, 090426 KM, 091026 DL, 083126 DT and 091126 DL.

If the bottle size, flavor, date and lot code line up, treat it as part of the recall.

If you are sensitive to Yellow No. 5, Yellow No. 6 or artificial food dyes, do not drink the affected product. Set it aside, keep it away from children, and consider returning it to the place of purchase or disposing of it safely.

For households without dye sensitivities, the recall still matters because labels are supposed to tell the whole story. A missing ingredient declaration can be especially important for families managing allergies, dietary restrictions or medical advice. When in doubt, do not consume a recalled product until you have confirmed whether your bottle is affected.

Food and drink recalls can sound alarming, but this one is a good reminder of a very practical kitchen habit: check the exact product details. Brand name alone is not enough. Flavor, size, date, lot code and packaging all matter.

So before packing Gatorade for practice, a commute, a lunchbox or a weekend trip, take one minute to inspect the bottle. A quick label check can help you avoid confusion and make sure everyone in the household gets the drink they expect.