CLASS I Food recall · Reported 20 Feb 2013 · FDA Enforcement Report
Cucumbers/box recalled by Altiza
Altiza is recalling Cucumbers/box, distributed in California. The recall was initiated on 28 Jan 2013 and the FDA has classified it as Class I.
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-0984-2013
- FDA event ID
- 35782
- Recalling firm
- Altiza, Chula Vista, CA
- Brand
- Cucumbers
- Classification
- Class I
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 28 Jan 2013
- FDA classified
- 12 Feb 2013
- Reported
- 20 Feb 2013
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Telephone
- Reason category
- Salmonella
- Product category
- Cucumbers
Timeline
| 28 Jan 2013 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 12 Feb 2013 | Classified by FDA | +15 days |
| 20 Feb 2013 | Published in enforcement report | +8 days |
Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.
Reason for recall
Altiza is recalling Malichita brand cucumbers because they may be contaminated with Salmonella.
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
Cucumbers, 44 lbs/box. Brand: Malichita (green, yellow, red and white background color on each cartons)
Where it was distributed
CA
Questions about this recall
Is Cucumbers/box recalled?
Yes. Altiza recalled Cucumbers/box on 28 Jan 2013. The recall is Class I and its status is Terminated. Recall number F-0984-2013.
Why was it recalled?
Altiza is recalling Malichita brand cucumbers because they may be contaminated with Salmonella.
Which lots are affected?
Lot #MA012304.
Where was it sold?
CA
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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