Karmactive Staff
Dollar General has recalled specific jars of Clover Valley Instant Coffee due to possible glass contamination. The recall applies to 8-oz jars sold at Dollar General stores in 48 states after a customer notified store employees of a possible glass contamination.
According to the recall notice, “Customers who purchased this product are encouraged to discard it and contact Dollar General either via email at [email protected] or by phone at 1-888-309-9030 from 6 a.m. to 1 a.m. CST seven days a week to request a full refund of the purchase price (including any tax).” The affected jars were sold exclusively at Dollar General stores in all states except Alaska and Hawaii.
The recall covers three specific production lots with December 2026 expiration dates:
- L-5163 (Best By 12/13/2026)
- L-5164 (Best By 12/13/2026)
- L-5165 (Best By 12/14/2026)
All affected jars share the UPC code 876941004069, with lot numbers and expiration dates printed around the neck of each jar.
Food safety concerns are significant with this recall. The company warned: “Ingesting glass fragments may cause injury to the consumer, and these injuries may include damage to teeth, laceration of the mouth and throat, or perforation of the intestine.”
No illnesses or injuries had been reported at the time of the August 11 recall announcement. The company initiated the voluntary recall with the knowledge of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration after receiving the customer complaint.
Dollar General advises customers with affected product to stop using it immediately. Customers who purchased this product are encouraged to discard it and contact Dollar General either via email at [email protected] or by phone at 1-888-309-9030 from 6 a.m. to 1 a.m. CST seven days a week to request a full refund of the purchase price (including any tax).
Customers seeking refunds can email [email protected] or call 1-888-309-9030. The customer service line operates seven days a week from 6 a.m. to 1 a.m. Central Standard Ti
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How to Check Your Coffee
The coffee industry uses standardized lot codes and expiration dates to track products through the supply chain. For this recall, customers should:
- Look for the 8-ounce jar of Clover Valley Instant Coffee
- Find the UPC code 876941004069 on the label
- Check the lot number around the neck of the jar (L-5163, L-5164, or L-5165)
- Verify the Best By date (12/13/2026 or 12/14/2026)
If your jar matches these identifiers and was purchased between July 9-21, 2025, it’s included in the recall. If the lot numbers or dates differ, your product isn’t affected.
Coffee Recall FAQ
Which coffee was recalled? Only the 8-ounce jars of Clover Valley Instant Coffee with UPC 876941004069 and lot numbers L-5163, L-5164, and L-5165 are affected. Other Clover Valley products and coffee varieties are not included in this recall.
Which states received the recalled coffee? The recalled coffee was distributed to Dollar General stores in 48 states – all U.S. states except Alaska and Hawaii – during July 9-21, 2025.
Why was the coffee recalled? Dollar General issued the recall after a customer reported finding glass fragments in a jar of the instant coffee. The company is investigating how the contamination occurred.
What should I do if I have the recalled coffee? Stop using it immediately. Discard the product and contact Dollar General for a full refund by email ([email protected]) or phone (1-888-309-9030).
Have any injuries been reported? As of August 11, 2025, when the recall was announced, no illnesses or injuries had been reported to Dollar General.
