Jewel Osco has issued a voluntary recall for several items with tuna salad due to possible Listeria monocytogenes (Listeria) contamination. 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 recall notice did not state how the presence of Listeria was found in the impacted products.
The recall was issued after another recall by Reser’s Fine Food because of potential Listeria in breadcrumbs that were used as an ingredient in the tuna salad products.
Distribution
The recalled items were distributed in Jewel Osco stores in Illinois, Indiana, and Iowa.
Product Details
| Product | UPC | Size | Sell Thru Dates | Stores | States |
| CLUB SANDWICH ES WITH SALAD FS | 29125900000 | EA | Jul 16 25 Thru Jul 18 25 | Jewel Osco | IL, IN, IA |
| RM DUO TUNA SALAD W/CRACKER S | 27183000000 | EA | Jul 17 25 Thru Jul 19 25 | Jewel Osco | IL, IN, IA |
| RM QUAD TUNA SALAD | 21500300000 | EA | Jul 17 25 Thru Jul 19 25 | Jewel Osco | IL, IN, IA |
| RM SALAD TUNA SS /td> | 29486900000 | 1 LB | Jul 17 25 Thru Jul 19 25 | Jewel Osco | IL, IN, IA |
| RM SNDWCH CROISSNT SSTBL TUNA SALAD SS | 21372500000 | EA | Jul 17 25 Thru Jul 19 25 | Jewel Osco | IL, IN, IA |
| RM SNDWCH TUNA SALAD CROISSANT SS COLD | 21788400000 | EA | Jul 16 25 Thru Jul 18 25 | Jewel Osco | IL, IN, IA |
| TUNA SALAD | 21680700000 | Variable Weight | Jul 17 25 Thru Jul 19 25 | Jewel Osco | IL, IN, IA |
Consumer Action
As with all food recalls, consumers are strongly advised to discontinue use of the affected product even if it looks or smells safe to eat.
Anyone in possession of the recalled product is requested to not sell, serve, donate, or distribute them.
Any consumer in possession of the recalled item should contact the place of purchase to see if it can be returned for a refund. Otherwise, the items should be disposed of immediately and safely.
Consumers should thoroughly sanitize any surface or utensils that have come into contact with the recalled products.
Consumers with additional questions or concerns can contact Albertsons Companies’ Customer Service Center at 877-723-3929 from Monday to Friday, from 9 am to 9 pm PST.
Health Risks
No illnesses, adverse effects, or other reactions in connection with the consumption of the recalled products have been reported.
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.
Any consumer with symptoms of Listeria infection should contact a medical provider immediately, says leading nationwide Listeria law firm Ron Simon & Associates.
