The Recall Desk
CriticalFDA (Food)·F-0042-2013·Announced 2012-10-17

3fish Inc. Recalls Frozen Carolina Style Crab Cakes Due to Listeria

3fish Inc. is recalling frozen Carolina Style Crab Cakes because they contain diced onions previously recalled for Listeria monocytogenes contamination.

What this means for you

Highest-severity recall. Risk of serious injury or death is documented or strongly suspected. Stop using the product now and follow the agency's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: The source metadata explicitly identifies the agency classification as Class I, which corresponds to a Critical severity score under the rubric. Additionally, the presence of Listeria monocytogenes, a high-risk pathogen, in a ready-to-eat product supports this high severity rating.

Plain-English summary

3fish Inc. is voluntarily recalling 314 cases of Carolina Style Crab Cakes (Frozen), 2 x 8ct INGLES, Net Wt 4 lbs. The product is identified by Item #79035 and Lot #22YAW1A1235. The recall is limited to the specific lot containing diced yellow onions.

The recall is being conducted because the diced onions used in the product were previously recalled due to Listeria monocytogenes contamination. Listeria monocytogenes is a high-risk pathogen that can cause serious illness, particularly in vulnerable populations.

The affected product was distributed in North Carolina and South Carolina. Consumers who have this product in their possession should stop using it immediately. They should check their freezers for the specific item number and lot number listed above. If found, consumers should discard the product or return it to the place of purchase for a refund.

The recalled product

Product
Carolina Style Crab Cakes (Frozen), 2 x 8ct  INGLES, Net Wt 4 lbs, Packed by 3fish, Inc.
Manufacturer
3fish Inc.
Hazard

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (2)

  • Item #79035
  • Lot #22YAW1A1235 (Diced Yellow Onions)

Distribution

Distributed in 2 states:

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 12 recalled by 3fish Inc. under a single FDA (Food) recall action. The agency files each product separately, so the size of the action is not visible from this page alone.

See all 12 products in this recall →