The Recall Desk
SevereFDA (Food)·F-1372-2024·Announced 2024-06-26

Raw Cheddar Cheese Recalled for Potential E. coli O157:H7 Contamination

Raw Farm LLC recalls Raw Cheddar Cheese made from unpasteurized milk due to potential E. coli O157:H7 contamination. The product is distributed in TX, CA, CO, and AZ.

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: This is an FDA Class I recall, which requires a minimum severity score of 4. The recall involves potential E. coli O157:H7 contamination, a high-risk pathogen. No illnesses or deaths have been reported.

Plain-English summary

Raw Farm LLC is recalling Raw Cheddar Cheese, 16 oz blocks, due to potential contamination with E. coli O157:H7. The affected products are Item 1075, Barcode 835204000156, with Batch code 20231113-1 or older. The cheese is made from unpasteurized milk and should be kept refrigerated at or below 40 degrees Fahrenheit.

The products are distributed to retailers and distribution centers in Texas, California, Colorado, and Arizona. There is no foreign distribution.

E. coli O157:H7 is a pathogen that can cause serious illness. Consumers in the affected states who have purchased this product should not consume it and should discard it or return it to the place of purchase. Anyone who has consumed this product and is experiencing symptoms of illness should contact their healthcare provider.

The recalled product

Product
Raw Cheddar Cheese, made from unpasteurized milk, 16 oz (1 lb) block, Keep Refrigerated under 40 degrees
Manufacturer
Raw Farm LLC
Hazard
  • e-coli-o157

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 (3)

  • Item 1075
  • Barcode 835204000156
  • Batch 20231113-1 or older

Distribution

Distributed in 4 states:

  • AZ
  • CA
  • CO
  • TX