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Controversies

Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.

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  1. 1971

    Frito Bandito stereotype controversy

    The Frito Bandito was criticized for presenting a racist Mexican bandit stereotype. The character was withdrawn after the complaints, marking a notable change in the brand’s advertising approach.

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