RECALL RECORD — CLASS IIRecall closedF-0139-2017/FDA enforcement
Kabobs INC·Food·Jul 6, 2016

Crab Cakes, 1.25 OZ, 112 Ct, Prepared by: Kabobs, 54234 North Lake Dr

What you need to know

Class II
  • What happened

    Product was manufactured with flour recalled due to E. coli O121 contamination.

  • Health risk

    The product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote. Some E. coli strains produce toxins that can cause severe, sometimes bloody diarrhea.

  • Action required

    Do not eat the product. Check the lot and UPC codes below, then discard it or return it to the retailer for a refund. If you have already eaten it, monitor for symptoms and seek medical care if they are severe or persistent.

Recall closed · classified by the FDAAR, CA, CO, CT +23 moreMore food

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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand nameKabobs INC
Recalling firmKabobs INCLake City, GA, United States
UPC / barcodesNo UPC listed in the FDA enforcement record.
Lot / date codes
  • Item number: K8036, Lot/Julian Code: PM15M16 / 15350.
Distribution area
ARCACOCTFLGAILINKYLAMAMDMIMNMONCNJNYNVOKOHORPATNTXWAWI

AR, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, IL, IN, IO, KY, LA, MA, MD, MI, MN, MO, NC, NJ, NY, NV, OK, OH, OR, PA, TN, TX WA, and WI.

United States

Quantity affected54 cases (112 units per case)
Recall initiationFDA report date: October 26, 2016
FDA recall numberF-0139-2017

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

Kabobs INC initiated this food recall on July 6, 2016. The FDA enforcement report states: Product was manufactured with flour recalled due to E. coli O121 contamination. The FDA report lists distribution as: AR, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, IL,IN, IO, KY, LA, MA, MD, MI, MN, MO, NC, NJ, NY, NV, OK, OH, OR, PA, TN, TX WA, and WI.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: Product was manufactured with flour recalled due to E. coli O121 contamination.

Crab Cakes, 1.25 OZ, 112 Ct, Prepared by: Kabobs, 54234 North Lake Dr was made or distributed by Kabobs INC in Lake City, GA, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-0139-2017, dated October 26, 2016.

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, some E. coli strains produce toxins that can cause severe, sometimes bloody diarrhea.

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

E. coli

Symptoms to watch for

Severe stomach cramps, diarrhea, vomiting and sometimes a low fever. Bloody diarrhea or signs of dehydration need prompt medical attention.

When symptoms may appear

Usually 3 to 4 days after exposure, with a range of roughly 1 to 10 days.

Higher-risk groups

Young children, older adults, pregnant people and people with weakened immune systems are at higher risk of complications.

What to do now

  1. 1Stop using or eating the affected product and keep it away from children and pets.
  2. 2Match the product against the UPC and lot/date codes on this page, then dispose of it safely or return it to the retailer.
  3. 3If you have already been exposed and develop severe or worsening symptoms, seek medical advice promptly.

General guidance based on CDC and FDA consumer information.

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 Crab Cakes, 1.25 OZ, 112 Ct, Prepared by: Kabobs, 54234 North Lake Dr recall?

Kabobs INC recalled Crab Cakes, 1.25 OZ, 112 Ct, Prepared by: Kabobs, 54234 North Lake Dr in an FDA Class II enforcement action reported as F-0139-2017. Product was manufactured with flour recalled due to E. coli O121 contamination.

What should I do if I bought this product?

Do not eat the product. Check the lot and UPC codes below, then discard it or return it to the retailer for a refund. If you have already eaten it, monitor for symptoms and seek medical care if they are severe or persistent. Stop using or eating the affected product and keep it away from children and pets. Match the product against the UPC and lot/date codes on this page, then dispose of it safely or return it to the retailer. If you have already been exposed and develop severe or worsening symptoms, seek medical advice promptly.

Is the Kabobs INC 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-0139-2017. 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.