Publix Issues Voluntary Recall on Drinking Water

Date of Recall

2005-06-02

Recall Details

Miami, Fla. -- June 2, 2005 — Publix Super Markets is issuing a voluntary recall on Publix 1-gallon (3.78L) and 2.5-gallon (9.45L) drinking water with the manufacturing plant code PLT 12595 and the following code dates:

1 gallon: PDR May 02, 2005 and PDR May 04, 2005 ( the code can be found on the back of the container).

2.5-gallon: PDR APR 27, 2005 and PDR May 03, 2005 (the code can be found on the front of the container).

This water may not meet Publix quality specifications for taste and odor. The product was distributed in Publix stores in the following counties: Broward, Miami-Dade, Indian River, Martin, Monroe, Okeechobee, St. Lucie and Palm Beach, Florida.

“Although no confirmed illnesses have been reported, we have received notification from customers as to the odor and taste of the drinking water. Therefore, we’re issuing a voluntary recall because customer satisfaction and safety are our first priorities,” said Anne Hendricks, manager of media and community relations, Publix Miami Division. “Customers who have purchased the recalled product may return it to their store for a full refund or replacement. If customers have further inquiries they may contact Publix Consumer Relations at 1-800 242-1227.”

Publix is owned and operated by its 129,500 employees, with 2004 sales of $18.6 billion. Currently Publix has 853 stores in Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, Alabama and Tennessee. The company has been named one of Fortune’s “100 Best Companies to Work For in America” for eight consecutive years. In addition, Publix’s dedication to superior quality and customer service is recognized as tops in the grocery business, most recently by an American Customer Satisfaction Index survey.

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