The Recall Desk
CriticalFDA (Food)·H-0085-2026·Announced 2025-10-29

Smoked Mozzarella Penne Salad Recalled for Potential Listeria Contamination

Giant Eagle is recalling Smoked Mozzarella Penne Salad sold in bulk in Pennsylvania, Ohio, Indiana, and Maryland due to potential listeria 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 recall is classified as FDA Class I, which per the severity rubric is classified as Critical (score 5). FDA Class I classification indicates potential for serious adverse health consequences.

Plain-English summary

Giant Eagle, Inc. is recalling Smoked Mozzarella Penne Salad sold in bulk (UPC 256616000000) due to potential listeria contamination. This is a Class I recall. The recalled product totals 486.65 pounds, was packed on October 2, 2025, and has a sell-by date of October 7, 2025.

The product was distributed in Pennsylvania, Ohio, Indiana, and Maryland.

Consumers should not consume this product. If you have purchased this item, return it to the place of purchase or dispose of it. If you believe you have become ill from consuming this product, contact your healthcare provider.

The recalled product

Product
Smoked Mozzarella Penne Salad, bulk, UPC 256616000000
Manufacturer
Giant Eagle, Inc.
Category
Food — Prepared Salad
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 (3)

  • Packed On: Oct 02
  • 25 Sell By: Oct 07
  • 25

Distribution

Distributed in 4 states:

  • IN
  • MD
  • OH
  • PA

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