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RECALL RECORD — CLASS IIRecall closedF-3540-2017/FDA enforcement
Bateman Community Living·Food·Aug 28, 2017

Breaded Fish with Vera Cruz Sauce

What you need to know

Class II

  • What happened

    Internal label verification found that the breading ingredients for the fish patty were not on the ingredient statement and that wheat not listed as an ingredient or allergen.…

  • Health risk

    The product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote. A safety issue that does not fit the standard pathogen, allergen, chemical or quality categories.

  • Action required

    Check the identifying codes below and stop using the product. Return it to the retailer for a refund or dispose of it safely, following the recall notice.

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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand nameBateman Community Living
Recalling firmBateman Community LivingWest Sacramento, CA, United States
UPC / barcodesNo UPC listed in the FDA enforcement record.
Lot / date codes
  • lot codes: 08617, 10417, 11717, 12917, 15317, 17217, 18717, 20617, 22117.
Distribution area
IN

One customer in California

United States

Quantity affected8792 cases
Recall initiationFDA report date: September 20, 2017
FDA recall numberF-3540-2017

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

Bateman Community Living initiated this food recall on August 28, 2017. The FDA enforcement report states: Internal label verification found that the breading ingredients for the fish patty were not on the ingredient statement and that wheat not listed as an ingredient or allergen. It also did not declare the correct variety of fish. The FDA report lists distribution as: One customer in California.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: Internal label verification found that the breading ingredients for the fish patty were not on the ingredient statement and that wheat not listed as an ingredient or allergen. It also did not declare the correct variety of fish

Breaded Fish with Vera Cruz Sauce was made or distributed by Bateman Community Living in West Sacramento, CA, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-3540-2017, dated September 20, 2017.

Why this is a Class II recall

Class II means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote. In this recall, a safety issue that does not fit the standard pathogen, allergen, chemical or quality categories.

FDA definition

The product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote.

What to do now

  1. 1

    Stop using it

    Do not eat, drink or take the affected product.

  2. 2

    Check the codes

    Compare the lot and date codes against the table above.

  3. 3

    Return or discard

    Contact the retailer or recalling firm about a refund, and dispose of the product safely.

Consumer safety guide

Undeclared fish

Symptoms to watch for

Hives, swelling, wheezing, vomiting or anaphylaxis can occur in people with a fish allergy.

When symptoms may appear

Reactions can begin within minutes to a few hours after eating the product.

Higher-risk groups

People with a diagnosed fish allergy, especially anyone with a history of anaphylaxis.

What to do now

  1. 1Do not eat the product if you have a fish allergy.
  2. 2Seek emergency care for breathing difficulty, throat swelling or other signs of anaphylaxis.
  3. 3Keep the packaging and contact the retailer or manufacturer about a refund.

This is general consumer safety information, not medical advice or a diagnosis. Follow the official recall notice and contact a healthcare professional if you have concerns about exposure or symptoms.

Frequently asked

Questions about this recall

What is the Breaded Fish with Vera Cruz Sauce recall?

Bateman Community Living recalled Breaded Fish with Vera Cruz Sauce in an FDA Class II enforcement action reported as F-3540-2017. Internal label verification found that the breading ingredients for the fish patty were not on the ingredient statement and that wheat not listed as an ingredient or allergen.…

What are the symptoms of Undeclared fish exposure?

Hives, swelling, wheezing, vomiting or anaphylaxis can occur in people with a fish allergy.

How quickly can Undeclared fish symptoms appear?

Reactions can begin within minutes to a few hours after eating the product.

Who is most at risk from Undeclared fish?

People with a diagnosed fish allergy, especially anyone with a history of anaphylaxis.

What should I do if I bought this product?

Check the identifying codes below and stop using the product. Return it to the retailer for a refund or dispose of it safely, following the recall notice. Do not eat the product if you have a fish allergy. Seek emergency care for breathing difficulty, throat swelling or other signs of anaphylaxis. Keep the packaging and contact the retailer or manufacturer about a refund.

How do I get a refund from Bateman Community Living?

Contact the recalling company or the retailer where you purchased the product, quote the FDA recall number and ask about a refund or replacement. Keep the packaging, lot code and proof of purchase where possible. The FDA does not issue consumer refunds. Reference FDA recall F-3540-2017 and keep the packaging, lot code and proof of purchase if you have them.

Is the Bateman Community Living recall still active?

The FDA lists this recall as recall closed. It remains relevant if you still have the affected product or need to identify a historical recall.

Where can I verify this recall?

This page is normalized from the openFDA enforcement record F-3540-2017. You can verify it directly using the official source link on this page. VerifyRecall updates its index from public FDA enforcement data and does not replace advice from the FDA, the recalling firm or a healthcare professional.

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Record last synced from official openFDA enforcement data on November 14, 2026. Source record: official FDA notice.