Sprite controversies
Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.
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2021
Minute Maid, Coke and Sprite products recalled over possible metal objects
Recall announced
Minute Maid is recalling Berry Punch, Fruit Punch and Strawberry Lemonade because some 59-ounce cartons could contain foreign metal objects. The report also says some Coke and Sprite cans are recalled for the same reason. The recall affects eight U.S. states listed in the report.
Company response
Recall — Minute Maid
Source excerpt
“have been contaminated by metal fragments including bolts and washers."
some Coca-Cola, Minute Maid, or Sprite products have been recalled
We learned that many of these products were distributed in the state of New Jersey as well as Pennsylvania.