(WSBT) The Food and Drug Administration is investigating what could be the first case of botulism in commercially canned foods in decades. The recall involves cans of hot dog chili sauce.

Four cases have been reported to the Food and Drug Administration, including two in Indiana.

The recall applies to 10-ounce cans of Castleberry's, Austex, and Kroger brands of hot dog chili sauce with "Best By" dates from April 30, 2009 through May 22, 2009.

Symptoms of botulism include blurred vision, drooping eyelids, and slurred speech. Eventually, paralysis can cause a person to stop breathing.

This is the press release from Castleberry's Food Company:
Voluntary Recall

Castleberry’s Food Company is voluntarily recalling the products listed below. The recall only affects those products listed below with a “Best By” date of April 30, 2009 through May 22, 2009. Castleberry’s is working with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to investigate possible contamination of these products.

Brand Product Can Size UPC Barcode
Austex Austex Hot Dog Chili Sauce 10oz 30300 99533
Bunker Hill Chili no Beans 10oz 75266 04112
Castleberry's Castleberry's Hot Dog Chili Sauce 10oz 30300 00101
Castleberry's Chili with Beans 15oz 30300 01015
Castleberry's Barbecue Pork 10oz 30300 00402
Cattle Drive Chili with Beans 15oz 30300 01515
Kroger Hot Dog Chili Sauce 10oz 11110 83942
Meijer Corned Beef Hash 15oz 41250 95229
Morton House Corned Beef Hash 15oz 75266 65830
Southern Home Corned Beef Hash 15oz 07880 15360

Frequently Asked Questions

1) Which products are being recalled?
ONLY the products noted above with the designated “Best By” date located on the bottom of the products are being recalled.

2) Where are these products sold (regions and retailers)?
Affected units were sold nationally and consumers in all parts of the country should check the label and “Best By” date on the bottom of the cans.

3) How do I know if my products are affected?
First, make sure that your products are on the list of recalled products listed above. Second, check the “Best By” date listed on the bottom of the cans to see if they match the dates outlined next to the list of recalled products above.

4) What should I do if I have one or more of these products?
Please take the label(s) off the can(s) and throw away the can(s) in the trash. You can take the label(s) back to your grocery store for a full refund.

5) Are all Castleberry’s branded products affected?
No. Only the products with the “Best By” date listed above are affected by this recall.

6) Can I get my money back?
Yes. Just take the label(s) off the can(s) and throw away the can(s) in the trash. You can take the label(s) back to your grocery store for a full refund.

7) Is this contamination dangerous?
It can be. That is why it is important to throw away any product that is included in this recall. We want to be proactive to ensure the safety of our products and the health of our loyal consumers. Affected product should be thrown away even if it does not look or smell spoiled.

8) What if I have eaten the affected product?
If you have eaten the affected product and are experiencing the following symptoms, you should seek immediate medical care. Symptoms may include general weakness, dizziness, double-vision and trouble with speaking or swallowing. Difficulty in breathing, weakness of other muscles, abdominal distension and constipation may also be common symptoms.

9) What if I have more questions?
You can call our consumer information line at 1-888-203-8446.