Update 1: PepsiCo recalls Doritos Chilli Heatwave because of undeclared milk
- Affected
- Doritos Chilli Heatwave; Doritos Chilli Heatwave
- The problem
- Allergen: Milk
- Allergen
- Milk – not shown correctly on the label. Only a risk if you're allergic or intolerant to it.
- What to do
- If you have bought the above product and have an allergy or intolerance to milk or milk constituents, do not eat it. Instead return it to the store from where it was bought for a full refund. For more information, or to receive a full refund, please contact PepsiCo Consumer…
Products affected
Doritos Chilli Heatwave
- Pack size: 140g
- Batch code GBC 209 184C · Best before 05 December 2026
Doritos Chilli Heatwave
- Pack size: 180g
- Batch code GBC 209 184C · Best before 05 December 2026
Risk
Allergen: Milk
This product contains milk making it a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to milk or milk constituents.
Action taken by the company
PepsiCo is recalling the above product from customers and has been advised to contact the relevant allergy support organisations, which will tell their members about the recall. The company has also issued a point-of-sale notice to its customers. These notices explain to customers why the product is being recalled and tell them what to do if they have bought the product. Please see the attached notice.
What you should do
If you have bought the above product and have an allergy or intolerance to milk or milk constituents, do not eat it. Instead return it to the store from where it was bought for a full refund. For more information, or to receive a full refund, please contact PepsiCo Consumer Care Line on 0800 274777 or visit contact.pepsico.com/walkers.
More information
PepsiCo is recalling Doritos Chilli Heatwave because some packs contain milk which is not mentioned on the label. Some packs may have been packed with the wrong product which contains milk.
This recall has been extended to include the 180g pack size.
Can I get a refund?
In most cases, yes – recalled items can usually be returned for a full refund, repair or replacement, often without a receipt. Follow the instructions in the notice above, or contact the shop you bought it from. More on your rights after a recall.
Updated 18 July 2026. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.