Dakota Tom’s Sandwiches, based in Corsica, South Dakota, has issued a voluntary recall of three products due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes (Listeria). Listeria is a bacterium that can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections, particularly in vulnerable populations such as young children, pregnant women, the elderly, and individuals with compromised immune systems.
Background
The company is recalling the products because they contain beef sourced from a third-party ingredient supplier, BrucePac who recently announced their own large recall of ready-to-eat chicken and meat products due to potential Listeria contamination.
The company said they are “no longer using this ingredient from the ingredient supplier’s (BrucePac) impacted facility.”
Distribution
The recalled products were distributed to grocery stores, convenience stores, and similar retail outlets in South Dakota, North Dakota, Minnesota, Iowa, and Wyoming.
Product Details
| Brand | Product Name | Size | UPC Code | Best by Dates |
| Dakota Tom’s | Pepper Jack Cheeseburger | 5.7 oz | 737296806008 | All dates from September 1, 2024 up to and including November 23, 2024 |
| The Gambler | 7.8 oz | 737296601788 | ||
| Bacon Cheeseburger | 5.7 oz | 3729680300 |
Consumer Action
As with all food recalls, consumers are strongly advised to discontinue use of the affected products even if they look or smell safe to eat.
Anyone in possession of the recalled products are requested to not sell, serve, or distribute them.
The affected product should be returned to the location of purchase for a refund or disposed of immediately.
Consumers should thoroughly sanitize any surface or utensils that have come into contact with the recalled products.
Consumers with additional questions or comments can contact the company at 605-946-5123.
Health Risks
There have not been any reported cases of illness in connection to the consumption of the recalled products.
Listeriosis, the infection caused by Listeria monocytogenes, is particularly dangerous for certain vulnerable populations. Pregnant individuals, people aged 65 or older, and those with weakened immune systems are at highest risk. Symptoms can include fever, muscle aches, headache, stiff neck, confusion, loss of balance, and convulsions, sometimes preceded by gastrointestinal symptoms. In pregnant individuals, listeriosis can lead to miscarriages, stillbirths, premature delivery, or life-threatening infections in newborns.
Anyone experiencing symptoms of Listeriosis should contact their healthcare provider immediately.
Commenting on this article, one national Listeria lawyer said, “Listeria can multiple when stored in a refrigerator. Although thorough cooking can effectively kill the bacteria I still strongly recommend that any consumer with the recalled product to throw it away or return it for a refund to minimize any chance of infection”
