The Recall Desk
CriticalFDA (Food)·H-1284-2026·Announced 2026-08-19

Taylor Farms Recalls Iceberg Lettuce Due to Potential Cyclospora Contamination

Taylor Farms is recalling specific lots of chopped and shredded iceberg lettuce due to potential Cyclospora contamination. The products were distributed to 28 states and Mexico.

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 agency classification is FDA Class I, which mandates a minimum severity score of 4. The presence of a high-risk pathogen (Cyclospora) in a ready-to-eat product justifies the highest severity rating of 5.

Plain-English summary

Taylor Farms de Mexico S. de R.L. de C.V. is recalling 7,251 cases of SYSCO LETTUCE CHOP 4/5# and SYSCO LETTUCE SHRED 1/8" 4/5# Iceberg only products. The recall is being conducted due to potential Cyclospora contamination.

The affected products were distributed domestically to Alabama, Arkansas, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, Michigan, Missouri, Mississippi, North Carolina, New Hampshire, New Jersey, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, and Wisconsin. Distribution to Subway was limited to Arkansas, Louisiana, and Texas. The products were also distributed to Mexico. Specific lot codes and dates ranging from July 19, 2026, to August 3, 2026, are listed in the recall notice.

Consumers who have purchased these products should check their lot codes against the list provided in the official recall notice. If the product matches the recalled lots, consumers should stop using it and return it to the place of purchase or dispose of it.

The recalled product

Product
SYSCO LETTUCE CHOP 4/5# SYSCO LETTUCE SHRED 1/8" 4/5# Iceberg only products.
Affected units
7,251

Distribution