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RECALL RECORD — CLASS IIRecall closedF-0295-2024/FDA enforcement
Safeway Fresh Foods LLC·Food·Sep 15, 2023

Sunnyside Farms, Diced Organic Butternut Squash, 32-oz., Plastic Tray, 6 Trays Per Case, …

What you need to know

Class II

  • What happened

    Safeway Fresh Foods of Vineland, NJ, is recalling its 32-oz. Diced Organic Butternut Squash product as it has the potential to be contaminated with Escherichia coli O45. The…

  • 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 FDADCMore food

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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand nameSafeway Fresh Foods LLC
Recalling firmSafeway Fresh Foods LLCVineland, NJ, United States
UPC / barcodes
0 40232 24412 4
Lot / date codes
  • Costco Item # 20522 UPC 040232244124
Distribution area
DC

The product was distributed to the following states, Washington DC, Maryland, Pennsylvania, and Virgnia

United States

Quantity affected240 cases / 1440 units
Recall initiationFDA report date: October 25, 2023
FDA recall numberF-0295-2024

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

Safeway Fresh Foods LLC initiated this food recall on September 15, 2023. The FDA enforcement report states: Safeway Fresh Foods of Vineland, NJ, is recalling its 32-oz. Diced Organic Butternut Squash product as it has the potential to be contaminated with Escherichia coli O45. The 32-oz. diced Butternut was distributed only to Costco in the following states, Washington DC, Maryland, Pennsylvania, and Virgnia. The FDA report lists distribution as: The product was distributed to the following states, Washington DC, Maryland, Pennsylvania, and Virgnia.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: Safeway Fresh Foods of Vineland, NJ, is recalling its 32-oz. Diced Organic Butternut Squash product as it has the potential to be contaminated with Escherichia coli O45. The 32-oz. diced Butternut was distributed only to Costco in the following states, Washington DC, Maryland, Pennsylvania, and Virgnia.

Sunnyside Farms, Diced Organic Butternut Squash, 32-oz., Plastic Tray, 6 Trays Per Case, … was made or distributed by Safeway Fresh Foods LLC in Vineland, NJ, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-0295-2024, dated October 25, 2023.

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 UPC and lot code 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 Sunnyside Farms, Diced Organic Butternut Squash, 32-oz., Plastic Tray, 6 Trays Per Case, … recall?

Safeway Fresh Foods LLC recalled Sunnyside Farms, Diced Organic Butternut Squash, 32-oz., Plastic Tray, 6 Trays Per Case, … in an FDA Class II enforcement action reported as F-0295-2024. Safeway Fresh Foods of Vineland, NJ, is recalling its 32-oz. Diced Organic Butternut Squash product as it has the potential to be contaminated with Escherichia coli O45. The…

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 Safeway Fresh Foods LLC 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-0295-2024. 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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