The Recall Desk
SevereFDA (Food)·F-2113-2012·Announced 2012-09-12

Vauxner-USA Recalls Flavored Cheddar Cheese Due to Listeria Risk

Vauxner-USA, LLC is recalling specific lots of flavored cheddar cheese because the product may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.

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 agency classification is FDA Class I, which mandates a minimum severity score of 4 per the rubric. Additionally, Listeria monocytogenes is a high-risk pathogen associated with serious health consequences.

Plain-English summary

Vauxner-USA, LLC is recalling 99 pounds of flavored cheddar cheese, vacuum packed in weights ranging from 0.25 to 0.50 pounds. The product is labeled as "Medium Cheddar Red Pepper with Onion & Garlic" and includes the code "887" on the primary label. The recall is being conducted because the cheese may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.

The affected product was distributed to farmers markets in Washington State and retailers in Washington and Oregon. Consumers who purchased this product should check their labels for the specific code and weight range mentioned in the recall notice.

Consumers are advised to stop consuming the recalled product immediately. Those who have purchased the item should discard it or return it to the place of purchase. Individuals who have consumed the product and are experiencing symptoms of listeriosis should contact their healthcare provider.

The recalled product

Product
Flavored cheddar cheese, vacuum packed in weights ranging from 0.25-0.50 pounds, labeled and batch coded by firm. Cheese labeled in part: "Medium Cheddar Red Pepper with Onion & Garlic Pasteurized whole milk, salt, culture, vegetable rennet, spices. r-BST free.***GOLDEN GLEN C
Manufacturer
Vauxner-USA, LLC
Category
Food — Cheese
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 (1)

  • "887" on primary label

Distribution

Distributed in 2 states:

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