The Recall Desk
SevereFDA (Food)·F-0881-2021·Announced 2021-09-01

Cahills Ireland Original Irish Porter Cheese Recalled for Listeria

Cahills Farm Cheese Limited is recalling Cahills Ireland Original Irish Porter cheese products due to possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination. The recall affects approximately 4.4 tons distributed nationwide.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The source text indicates FDA Class I classification. The hazard involves Listeria monocytogenes, a high-risk pathogen. Although no illnesses are explicitly reported in the source, FDA Class I recalls are classified as Severe (score 4) per the rubric unless deaths are confirmed (which would elevate to Critical).

Plain-English summary

Cahills Farm Cheese Limited is recalling two Cahills Ireland Original Irish Porter cheese products nationwide: the 5 lb. Waxed Deli Wheel (UPC 833334009940, Batch 21109 and 21141) and the 2.4 lb. size (UPC 034463012201). The recall was initiated because the cheese may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.

Listeria monocytogenes is a pathogen that can cause serious illness, particularly in pregnant women, newborns, elderly people, and immunocompromised individuals. Consumers who have purchased these products should not consume them. Those who believe they may have consumed contaminated cheese and are experiencing symptoms should consult their healthcare provider.

Consumers with questions about this recall or who believe they have purchased affected products should contact the recalling firm.

The recalled product

Product
1. Cahills Ireland Original Irish Porter 5lbs.Waxed Deli Wheel 2. Cahills Ireland Original Irish Porter 2.4 lbs.
Manufacturer
CAHILLS FARM CHEESE LIMITED
Hazard
  • listeria
  • pathogen-contamination

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.