Costco Recalls Meatloaf Meal Over Salmonella Risk
Costco is recalling its Meatloaf with Mashed Yukon Potatoes and Glaze refrigerated meal following concerns of potential salmonella contamination. The recall, announced Monday, March 16, affects products sold at dozens of store locations across 28 states, Washington, D.C., and Puerto Rico.
What Triggered the Recall
The recall was prompted by a supplier issue. Griffith Foods Inc., which provides an ingredient used in the meatloaf, announced its own recall, leading Costco to pull the finished product from shelves as a precaution.
Costco stated that no injuries or illnesses have been reported in connection with the affected products.
Which Products Are Affected
The recalled item is listed under item number 30783. Products carry sell-by dates ranging from March 5 through March 16, 2025.
The meals were sold in Costco locations between March 2 and March 13 in the following states and areas:
Alabama
Arizona
California
Colorado
Delaware
Florida
Georgia
Hawaii
Illinois
Indiana
Iowa
Kentucky
Maryland
Michigan
Mississippi
Missouri
Nevada
New Mexico
North Carolina
Ohio
Pennsylvania
South Carolina
Tennessee
Utah
Virginia
Wisconsin
Washington, D.C.
Puerto Rico
What to Do If You Bought One
Costco is advising customers not to eat the product. "Do not consume any product that is part of this recall," the company said in its statement. "You can return it to your local Costco for a full refund."
Customers do not need a receipt to return recalled items at Costco. Membership account records can be used to verify purchases.
What Is Salmonella?
Salmonella is a bacterial infection that affects the intestinal tract. It is typically spread through contaminated food or water, and the bacteria are naturally found in both animal and human intestines.
Most people develop symptoms — including diarrhea, fever, and stomach cramps — within 8 to 72 hours of exposure. Healthy adults generally recover within a few days to a week without medical treatment.
The infection poses a more serious risk to young children, the elderly, pregnant women, and those with weakened immune systems, for whom it can occasionally be fatal.
Who to Contact
Consumers with questions can contact Costco Member Services. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration also maintains an updated database of active food recalls on its website.
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