Target recalled certain batches of its Up & Up® Fragrance-Free and Fresh Cucumber Scented baby wipes after the FDA found bacteria that may result in serious infections in infants.
What You Can Do & How We Can Help
The Schmidt Firm, PLLC is currently accepting Target Up & Up Baby Wipes injury cases in all 50 states. If your baby had a serious infection or was hospitalized from baby wipes that were recalled for bacteria contamination, you should contact our lawyers immediately for a free case consultation. Please use the form below to contact our Product Recall Litigation Group or call toll free 24 hours a day at (866) 920-0753.
What Happened?
In June 2026, Target announced a voluntary recall for certain batches of its store-brand Up & Up® Fragrance Free and Up & Up® Fresh Cucumber Scented Baby Wipes.
The recall was issued after the manufacturer received customer complaints about the wipes being discolored.
The FDA tested samples of the wipes and identified two types of bacteria: Burkholderia cepacia complex (also known as B. cepacia and Burkholderia gladioli).
What is the Risk?
Both of these types of bacteria are capable of causing serious infections, especially in newborns, infants, and young children. The risk of bacteria entering the infant’s body and causing serious complications is also increased if they have broken skin on their diaper area, such as diaper rash or irritated skin.
What is the Problem?
The bacteria found in the wipes is unlikely to pose a serious risk to most healthy adults. Even if they have minor skin lesions, they could develop a local infection, but more serious complications would be uncommon.
However, in immunocompromised people, newborns, infants, and young children, the infection is more likely to spread into the bloodstream. This could potentially lead to sepsis, pneumonia, hospitalization, or even life-threartening complications.
According to the FDA warning:
“Use of products contaminated with Burkholderia cepacia complex and Burkholderia gladioli may result in serious and life-threatening infections. The products are predominantly used on newborns, infants, and young children, who are particularly vulnerable to opportunistic infection due to their immature immune systems.”
How Many People Were Affected?
Target and the manufacturer of the wipes, Sapro Temizlik Urunleri, did not specify how many copmlaints they received, only saying there were “a number of consumer complaints and adverse event reports alleging product discoloration and symptoms such as skin irritation, eye irritation, and infections potentially associated with the use of the product.”
Types of Complaints Linked to Recalled Baby Wipes
- Skin irritation
- Eye irritation
- Infections potentially associated with product use
- Product discoloration reported by multiple consumers
How To Identify Recalled Wipes
The recall involves the following products:
- Up & Up Fragrance Free Baby Wipes — 20, 72, 216, 800, and 1,200 count; manufacturing codes November 7, 2025 through May 5, 2026; expiration dates May 10, 2028 through November 5, 2028
- Up & Up Fresh Cucumber Scented Baby Wipes – 72, 216, and 800 count; manufacturing codes December 29 through December 30, 2025; expiration dates June 29, 2028 through June 30, 2028
What Should I Do?
Consumers should stop using the baby wipes and return them to Target for a full refund. For more information, contact Target Guest Relations at 1-800-440-0680 from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. CT daily. More information is available on the FDA’s recall notice.
Do I Have a Target Baby Wipes Lawsuit?
The Schmidt Firm, PLLC is currently accepting Target Up & Up Baby Wipes injury cases in all 50 states. If your baby had a serious infection or was hospitalized from baby wipes that were recalled for bacteria contamination, you should contact our lawyers immediately for a free case consultation. Please use the form below to contact our Product Recall Litigation Group or call toll free 24 hours a day at (866) 920-0753.
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