Taco Bell IP Holder, LLC, founded by Glen Bell in March 21, 1962, is an American fast food restaurant serving primary Mexican styled foods. Taco Bell is one of Yum! Brands largest subsidiaries, with an annual revenue of $7.91 Billion in 2024.
| Basic information | |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1962-03-21 |
| Legal Structure | Public subsidiary |
| Industry | Food |
| Also known as | |
| Official website | https://www.tacobell.com/about-us |
Consumer-impact summary
- Food safety Outbreaks
- False Advertising
- Security Vulnerabilities
Taco Bell Medical Outbreak History
This is a list of all consumer-protection incidents this company is involved in. Any incidents not mentioned here can be found in the Taco Bell category.
Taco Bells Beef Taco's affecting Children
[1] In 1999
Taco Bell Green Onions Outbreak
In 2006, 71 customers in New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, and Delaware became infected with E. Coli, resulting in most customers being hospitalized or having kidney failures. Taco Bell conducted an investigation on it's green onions, finding after 3 samples all turned positive for bacteria. Taco Bell responded by pulling out green onions from their menu's from all locations and shut down several restaurant to sanitize. A week later, Taco bell discovered that the true cause was with their lettuce, resulting in a change of supplier for lettuce. This incident costed Taco Bell $20 Million. [2]
2010 Salmonella Outbreak
2011 Salmonella Outbreak
- Main article: Taco Bell's 2011 Salmonela Outbreak 68 customers across 10 states (Oklahoma, Texas, Kansas, Iowa, Michigan, Missouri, Nebraska, New Mexico, Ohio, and Tennessee) gotten sick with salmonella, however no deaths were reported.[3][4] This incident resulted in a lawsuit filed by an Oklahoma woman against taco bell for allegedly causing her to become very ill. The case was settled, however specific agreements are unknown.[5]
Canada Lettuce Recall
D [2]
Taco Bell Serving Metal to Customers
D [2]
Incidents
Gift Card Violations Fine
- Main article: link to the main CR Wiki article
California Department of Consumer Affairs issued Taco Bell a fine of $85,000 in 2019 over violating the California Civil Code section 1749.5 by refusing to redeem gift cards with a value less than $10. [6][7]
Taco Bell using less beef than advertised
On 31 July, 2023, Frank Siragusa filed a class action against Taco Bell for falsely advertising the amount of ingredients used in their products, arguing that Taco Bell's Crunchwrap and Mexican Pizza variants contain less than half the amount of beef showcased in advertising. [8][9][10]
As of February 2026, the lawsuit is still in progress.
See also
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Bill, Marler (2012-02-05). "Hey, CDC and FDA, Taco Bell has a Long History of Foodborne Illness Outbreaks". Marler Clark The food safety Law Firm. Retrieved 2026-02-28.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link) - ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 Dulion, Christine (2025-01-24). "The Biggest Recalls In Taco Bell's History". Mashed. Archived from the original on 2026-02-28. Retrieved 2026-02-27.
- ↑ Jaslow, Ryan (2012-02-02). "Taco Bell tied to 2011 salmonella outbreak that sickened 68: Report". CBS News. Retrieved 2026-02-28.
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{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link) - ↑ Holdridge, Mary (2026-02-28). "Taco Bell to pay $85,000 for gift card violations". USA TODAY MONEY. Retrieved 2026-02-28.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link) - ↑ "District Attorney Announces $85,500 Settlement with Taco Bell Over Gift Card Violations". SONOMA COUNTY District Attorney. 2023-06-14. Retrieved 2026-02-28.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link) - ↑ Madani, Doha (2023-08-01). "Taco Bell accused of skimping on beef for Crunchwraps and Mexican Pizzas in class action lawsuit". NBC News. Archived from the original on 2026-02-28. Retrieved 2026-02-27.
- ↑ Bucher, Anne (2023-08-04). "Taco Bell class action claims chain falsely advertises amount of food in products". Top Class Action. Retrieved 2026-02-27.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link) - ↑ "Class Action Lawsuit Filed Against Taco Bell Alleging False Advertising". Justia Legal News. 2023-08-02. Retrieved 2026-02-27.
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