CLASS I Food recall · Reported 8 Jan 2025 · FDA Enforcement Report

Kowalski's Garden Salad recalled by Russ Davis Wholesale

Russ Davis Wholesale is recalling Kowalski's Garden Salad, distributed in 11 states. The recall was initiated on 1 Dec 2024 and the FDA has classified it as Class I.

Check your package

Lot, batch or date codesUse/Sell By Dates: November 6 - November 15, 2024 Lot Codes: X7545630, X7550110, X7554755, X7558921, X7562768.

Quantity recalled206 units

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-0371-2025
FDA event ID: 95876
Recalling firm: Russ Davis Wholesale, Saint Paul, MN
Brand: Kowalski's Garden
Classification: Class I
Status: Terminated
Recall initiated: 1 Dec 2024
FDA classified: 2 Jan 2025
Reported: 8 Jan 2025
Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated
Customers notified by: Two or more of the following: Email, Fax, Letter, Press Release, Telephone, Visit
Reason category: Salmonella
Product category: Salad Kits

Timeline

1 Dec 2024	Recall initiated by company
2 Jan 2025	Classified by FDA	+32 days
8 Jan 2025	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

Cucumbers have potential to 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

Kowalski's Garden Salad Net Wt. 14oz. Keep Refrigerated. UPC 7 95631-89335 9. Containing Lettuce, Cucumber, Tomatoes, Broccoli, Cheddar Cheese, Onion, Hard Cooked Eggs, Carrots, Roasted Sunflower Kernels.

Where it was distributed

IA, IL, KS, MI, MN, MT, ND, NE, SD, WI, WY

Iowa Illinois Kansas Michigan Minnesota Montana North Dakota Nebraska South Dakota Wisconsin Wyoming

Questions about this recall

Why was it recalled?

Cucumbers have potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.

Which lots are affected?

Use/Sell By Dates: November 6 - November 15, 2024 Lot Codes: X7545630, X7550110, X7554755, X7558921, X7562768.

Where was it sold?

IA, IL, KS, MI, MN, MT, ND, NE, SD, WI, WY

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 26 Sep 2026. The FDA describes openFDA data as unvalidated; the official notice takes precedence. This page reports the record and gives no medical advice.

Other products in this recall event

4 other products · FDA event 95876

Reported	Class	Recall	Company	Reason	Where
8 Jan 2025	CLASS I	Bacon Avocado Wrap recalled by Russ Davis Wholesale	Russ Davis Wholesale	Salmonella	11 states
8 Jan 2025	CLASS I	Whole and Cut Cucumbers recalled by Russ Davis Wholesale	Russ Davis Wholesale	Salmonella	11 states
8 Jan 2025	CLASS I	Garden Salad w/Ranch Dressing recalled by Russ Davis WholesaleGarden	Russ Davis Wholesale	Salmonella	11 states
8 Jan 2025	CLASS I	Crazy Fresh Turkey Havarti Wrap recalled by Russ Davis WholesaleCrazy	Russ Davis Wholesale	Salmonella	11 states

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8 Jan 2025Food	CLASS I	Crazy Fresh Turkey Havarti Wrap recalled by Russ Davis WholesaleCrazy	Russ Davis Wholesale	Salmonella	11 states
8 Jan 2025Food	CLASS I	Garden Salad w/Ranch Dressing recalled by Russ Davis WholesaleGarden	Russ Davis Wholesale	Salmonella	11 states
8 Jan 2025Food	CLASS I	Whole and Cut Cucumbers recalled by Russ Davis Wholesale	Russ Davis Wholesale	Salmonella	11 states
8 Jan 2025Food	CLASS I	Bacon Avocado Wrap recalled by Russ Davis Wholesale	Russ Davis Wholesale	Salmonella	11 states
28 Sep 2022Food	CLASS II	Strawberry, Blueberry, and Blackberry recalled by Russ Davis Wholesale	Russ Davis Wholesale	Packaging Defects	6 states

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