CLASS I Food recall · Reported 8 Feb 2017 · FDA Enforcement Report

The Classic Basket #522 recalled by Houdini

Houdini is recalling The Classic Basket #522, distributed nationwide in the US. The recall was initiated on 9 Dec 2016 and the FDA has classified it as Class I.

Check your package

Lot, batch or date codesLot #LC444761, LC446625, LC446626, LC451389
Quantity recalled10,547 baskets

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-1403-2017
FDA event ID
75933
Recalling firm
Houdini, Fullerton, CA
Classification
Class I
Status
Terminated
Recall initiated
9 Dec 2016
FDA classified
1 Feb 2017
Reported
8 Feb 2017
Type
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Customers notified by
Letter
Reason category
Salmonella
Product category
Other

Timeline

9 Dec 2016Recall initiated by company
1 Feb 2017Classified by FDA+54 days
8 Feb 2017Published in enforcement report+7 days

Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.

Reason for recall

Potential Salmonella contamination.

Salmonella causes fever, diarrhea and abdominal cramps, usually 12 to 72 hours after eating contaminated food. Most people recover without treatment, but severe cases can need hospital care.

Product as listed by the FDA

The Classic Basket #522

Where it was distributed

U.S. distribution to the following; nationwide including Puerto Rico.

Nationwide Puerto Rico

Questions about this recall

Is The Classic Basket #522 recalled?

Yes. Houdini recalled The Classic Basket #522 on 9 Dec 2016. The recall is Class I and its status is Terminated. Recall number F-1403-2017.

Why was it recalled?

Potential Salmonella contamination.

Which lots are affected?

Lot #LC444761, LC446625, LC446626, LC451389

Where was it sold?

U.S. distribution to the following; nationwide including Puerto Rico.

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 I mean?

Class I is the most serious FDA recall category: there is a reasonable probability that using the product will cause serious health consequences or death.

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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