CLASS II Food recall · Reported 1 May 2013 · FDA Enforcement Report
Cabrales Rojo Prieto Cheese or each wheel recalled by La Espanola Meats
La Espanola Meats is recalling Cabrales Rojo Prieto Cheese or each wheel, distributed in California. The recall was initiated on 9 Apr 2013 and the FDA has classified it as Class II.
Check your package
Do not eat it. Return it to the store for a refund or throw it away. If you have symptoms after eating it, contact a doctor.
Recall details
- Recall number
- F-1341-2013
- FDA event ID
- 64877
- Recalling firm
- La Espanola Meats, Harbor City, CA
- Brand
- Cabrales Rojo
- Classification
- Class II
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 9 Apr 2013
- FDA classified
- 19 Apr 2013
- Reported
- 1 May 2013
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Other
- Reason category
- E. coli
- Product category
- Cheese
Timeline
| 9 Apr 2013 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 19 Apr 2013 | Classified by FDA | +10 days |
| 1 May 2013 | Published in enforcement report | +12 days |
Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.
Reason for recall
In response to a FDA inspection, the firm initiated the recall because the product was found to be contaminated with Staphylococcus Aureus, E. Coli, and Alkaline Phosphatase.
Some strains of E. coli, such as O157:H7, produce a toxin that can cause severe stomach cramps, bloody diarrhea and, in a small number of cases, kidney failure.
Product as listed by the FDA
Cabrales Rojo Prieto Cheese, 1.9 kg or 4.1 lbs each wheel. 2 units per carton.
Where it was distributed
Sold through recalling firm's owned retail market in California.
Questions about this recall
Is Cabrales Rojo Prieto Cheese or each wheel recalled?
Yes. La Espanola Meats recalled Cabrales Rojo Prieto Cheese or each wheel on 9 Apr 2013. The recall is Class II and its status is Terminated. Recall number F-1341-2013.
Why was it recalled?
In response to a FDA inspection, the firm initiated the recall because the product was found to be contaminated with Staphylococcus Aureus, E. Coli, and Alkaline Phosphatase.
Which lots are affected?
Lot Number 113 Best By 11/11/2013
Where was it sold?
Sold through recalling firm's owned retail market in California.
What should I do if I have it?
Do not eat it. Return it to the store for a refund or throw it away. If you have symptoms after eating it, contact a doctor.
What does Class II mean?
Class II means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems, or the probability of serious harm is remote.
Read the official FDA notice · Source record retrieved 21 Sep 2026. The FDA describes openFDA data as unvalidated; the official notice takes precedence. This page reports the record and gives no medical advice.
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