CLASS I Food recall · Reported 11 Jan 2023 · FDA Enforcement Report
Culvers Tartar Sauce recalled by Ventura Foods
Ventura Foods is recalling Culvers Tartar Sauce, distributed nationwide in the US. The recall was initiated on 16 Dec 2022 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-0224-2023
- FDA event ID
- 91347
- Recalling firm
- Ventura Foods, Brea, CA
- Brand
- Culvers Tartar
- Classification
- Class I
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 16 Dec 2022
- FDA classified
- 5 Jan 2023
- Reported
- 11 Jan 2023
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Reason category
- Undeclared Milk
- Product category
- Sauces & Condiments
Timeline
| 16 Dec 2022 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 5 Jan 2023 | Classified by FDA | +20 days |
| 11 Jan 2023 | Published in enforcement report | +6 days |
Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.
Reason for recall
Tartar sauce was found to contain undeclared fish, soy, and milk allergens which was not declared on the label.
Product as listed by the FDA
Culvers Tartar Sauce 2 oz. plastic cups
Where it was distributed
To food service locations throughout the US
Questions about this recall
Is Culvers Tartar Sauce recalled?
Yes. Ventura Foods recalled Culvers Tartar Sauce on 16 Dec 2022. The recall is Class I and its status is Terminated. Recall number F-0224-2023.
Why was it recalled?
Tartar sauce was found to contain undeclared fish, soy, and milk allergens which was not declared on the label.
Which lots are affected?
Use by 04/06/2023
Where was it sold?
To food service locations throughout the US
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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