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The labels on Sun Vista canned beans misrepresent how much product is actually contained within the can, according to a class action lawsuit removed to California federal court on Tuesday.
Plaintiffs William Beckman and Linda Gandara, both residents of San Diego, claim that they purchased one or more cans of Sun Vista Beans but were misled by the label as to how much product was included in the cans.
According to the Sun Vista beans class action lawsuit, Beckman and Gandara were misled by the portrayal of a bowl full of beans on the label and the size of the can, which they believed would be filled with beans.
The plaintiffs also state that they were deceived by the information listed on the label that indicated how much beans were contained in the can.
Sun Vista beans are sold in 15-ounce, 29-ounce, 40-ounce and 108-ounce cans, as well as an eight-pack of 15-ounce cans, the Sun Vista class action lawsuit states. The cans portray “a bowl full of plump and hearty beans with glimmer of shine, and little to no water,” the plaintiffs claim.
However, after opening a can of Sun Vista beans and pouring the contents into a bowl, “consumers are met with the repulsive sight of bean water,” the Sun Vista class action states. This sight is a far cry from the image portrayed on the label, the plaintiffs complain.
“The image of a bowl full of hearty beans with little to no water placed on the label of Sun Vista Beans is a blatant misrepresentation of what is truly inside the container, and inappropriately large amount of water and a small amount of beans,” the Sun Vista canned beans class action lawsuit alleges.
Gandara says she conducted an experiment at home in which she opened a 29-ounce can of Sun Vista pinto beans and drained all of the water out of the can. According to the Sun Vista class action lawsuit, she was left with less than half a can of beans. She says that the 29-ounce can of beans actually contains 16 ounces of water and only 13 ounces of beans.
“Although consumers can expect to find some water in canned beans because they are a rehydrated product, it is unreasonable to anticipate that a container of canned beans would be filled with significantly more water than beans,” the plaintiffs allege in the Sun Vista canned beans class action lawsuit.
Beckman and Gandara would not have purchased cans of Sun Vista beans if it were not for the misrepresentations, the Sun Vista class action lawsuit states.
The Sun Vista beans class action lawsuit names as defendants Arizona Canning Company LLC, which cans and preserves food products including Sun Vista beans, and Stater Bros. Markets, which sells Sun Vista beans throughout southern California.
By filing the Sun Vista beans class action lawsuit, Beckman and Gandara seek to represent a Class of all consumers who purchased Sun Vista whole bean products from a retailer within the state of California within the last four years.
The Sun Vista canned beans class action lawsuit asserts claims under California law for unfair competition, deceptive and misleading advertising and violation of the Consumer Legal Remedies Act.
Beckman and Gandara are represented by R. Craig Clark and Dawn M. Berry of Clark Law Group and by William D. Pettersen of Pettersen & Bark.
The Sun Vista Canned Beans Class Action Lawsuit is William Beckman, et al. v. Arizona Canning Company LLC, et al., Case No. 3:16-cv-02792, in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of California.
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22 thoughts onSun Vista Class Action Says Canned Beans Contain Mostly Water
I have several cans of Sun Vista beans on my shelf right now. I have to open several cans to feed my family.
Been using Vista canned beans for 10 years and, never paid attention to the water content.
Wow! I’ve been buying canned beans in Iowa and Illinois for many years, various brands and stores, and have never encountered an excessive amount of water. I’ve never seen this brand, though.
I would like to be added to Sun Vista class action suit.
How do you sign up for this class action? I have bought these beans (the large size) only to have to buy another large can when there wasn’t enough beans for my chili.
The case is still moving through the courts and has not yet reached a settlement. Claim forms are usually not made available to consumers until after a court approved settlement is reached. We recommend you sign up for a free account at TopClassActions.com and follow the case. We will update the article with any major case developments or settlement news! Setting up a free account with Top Class Actions will allow you to receive instant updates on ANY article that you ‘Follow’ on our website. A link to creating an account may be found here: https://topclassactions.com/signup/. You can then ‘Follow’ the article above, and get notified immediately when we post updates!
I would like to be added to this Law class action suit. Thanks
The Tuna Fish Company’s need to be sued for selling false product , False advertising is any claim about a product or service that is false, misleading or deceptive. Product misrepresentation and misleading advertisements can impact a consumer’s decision to purchase or use a product based on false information. This can result in not only a financial loss but additional damages to the consumer in some cases.
I have a couple dozen cans in my pantry right now. Takes 2 cans to serve a family of 3 when 1 can usually suffices with another brand. Count me in. We’ve been cheated.
Where can you be added to any of these class action dues???
The case is still moving through the courts and has not yet reached a settlement. Claim forms are usually not made available to consumers until after a court approved settlement is reached. We recommend you sign up for a free account at TopClassActions.com and follow the case. We will update the article with any major case developments or settlement news! Setting up a free account with Top Class Actions will allow you to receive instant updates on ANY article that you ‘Follow’ on our website. A link to creating an account may be found here: https://topclassactions.com/signup/. You can then ‘Follow’ the article above, and get notified immediately when we post updates!
Why doesn’t this class action suit against Sun Vista Beans include Arizona also. As an Arizonan I have purchased this brand of beans at Food City grocery stores and have the sane problem.
Erin May
This particular lawsuit was filed with the complaint that the company is not adhering to some California consumer protection laws. You can contact class counsel with any questions about the case. Current counsel is listed at the bottom of the article, and can be Googled for contact information.
We also offer a submission form on our website for you to fill out if you are seeking class action legal help. Attorneys will then review your submission to determine if you have a case. If they feel you qualify, they will contact you directly. You can submit your information here: https://topclassactions.com/start-a-class-action/.
Same here.