Target is recalling several varieties of its Up & Up brand baby wipes after testing identified bacterial contamination that could pose a serious health risk to infants, young children and people with weakened immune systems.

The voluntary recall affects select lots of Up & Up Fragrance Free Baby Wipes and Up & Up Fresh Cucumber Scented Baby Wipes sold in Target stores nationwide, including in the Lakewood area, and through the retailer’s website.

According to the company, testing conducted by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration identified the presence of Burkholderia cepacia complex and Burkholderia gladioli in samples of the products. The bacteria can cause serious and potentially life-threatening infections, particularly in newborns, infants and immunocompromised individuals.

Healthy users who come into contact with contaminated wipes may experience localized skin infections, especially if they have cuts or other minor skin injuries. However, in vulnerable populations, infections could spread to the bloodstream and lead to severe complications, including sepsis or pneumonia.

Target said it initiated the recall following customer complaints about product discoloration and FDA testing results.

The affected products were manufactured by supplier Sapro Temizlik Urunleri and include multiple package sizes of Up & Up Fragrance Free Baby Wipes and Up & Up Fresh Cucumber Scented Baby Wipes.

The recalled fragrance-free wipes were sold in 20-count, 72-count, 216-count, 800-count and 1,200-count packages. The cucumber-scented wipes were sold in 72-count, 216-count and 800-count packages.

The recall covers specific manufacturing lots produced in late December 2025 and bearing expiration dates in June 2028.

Target and the manufacturer said they have received consumer complaints and reports of adverse events, including skin irritation, eye irritation and infections that may be linked to use of the products. The reports remain under investigation.

Consumers are advised to stop using the recalled wipes immediately and return them to any Target store for a full refund.

Additional information is available through Target Guest Relations at 1-800-440-0680.