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LOL...how do you like that? Just when I toot Martinelli's horn, there's a recall! Thanks for letting me know. BTW, it doesn't sound very serious. From a MSN / NBC News story five days ago...

"In 2024, the Food & Drug Administration (FDA) routine testing indicated that one lot of 10-ounce Martinelli’s Apple Juice glass bottles (in 4-packs only) produced in December 2023 may contain elevated levels of Patulin, a naturally occurring substance produced by molds that can grow in apples,"
The amount of patulin in apple products is typically viewed as a measure of the quality of the apples used, according to the National Library of Medicine.

I'd never heard of "Patulin" before.

Patulin is a mycotoxin produced by certain molds, primarily Penicillium expansum, that can contaminate apples and apple products like apple juice. While it’s a concern in food safety, its danger depends on exposure levels, frequency, and individual health factors.
Patulin is produced by molds growing on damaged, bruised, or rotting apples. It’s most common in apples with visible mold, soft spots, or core rot.
At high doses, patulin can cause nausea, vomiting, gastrointestinal irritation, and stomach discomfort. Long-term exposure to elevated levels can cause lots of bad things.