Ham & Cheese Sandwich Recalled for Listeria Contamination Risk
Fresh & Ready Foods recalls 139,863 Ham & Cheese sandwiches (UPC 6 82906 89052 9, best-by May 9–12, 2025) due to Listeria monocytogenes detected on manufacturing equipment. Distributed to Southwest retailers and military facilities.
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: FDA Class I classification with Listeria monocytogenes detected on food contact surfaces. Per the severity rubric, FDA Class I recalls are classified as Critical (score 5).
Plain-English summary
Fresh & Ready Foods LLC is recalling 139,863 units of Ham & Cheese on Wheat Sandwiches in 5oz plastic containers (UPC 6 82906 89052 9) with best-by dates from May 9–12, 2025. The recall was initiated after Listeria monocytogenes was detected on food contact surfaces in the manufacturing facility.
Listeria monocytogenes is a serious foodborne pathogen. No illnesses have been reported in connection with this product, but the pathogen's presence on manufacturing equipment indicates a potential contamination risk.
The recalled products were distributed across the Southwest—California, Nevada, Arizona, and Washington—and to U.S. Government and military facilities. The recalled item number is 1-FRSLBTR004WW.
Consumers who purchased products matching the UPC and best-by dates should not consume them. Discarding the product is recommended.
The recalled product
- Product
- Fresh & Ready Foods Ham & Cheese on Wheat Sandwich, 5oz. plastic container. Best buy: 05/09/2025-05/12/2025 UPC# 6 82906 89052 9
- Manufacturer
- Fresh & Ready Foods LLC
- Category
- Food — Ready-to-Eat Sandwich
- Hazard
- listeria
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 (1)
- Item Number: 1-FRSLBTR004WW
Distribution
Distributed in 4 states:
- AZ
- CA
- NV
- WA
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