CLASS I Food recall · Reported 21 Sep 2016 · FDA Enforcement Report
Markets OF Meijer Tuna Salad Sandwich Wedge EA individual recalled
Meijer Distribution is recalling Markets OF Meijer Tuna Salad Sandwich Wedge EA individual packaged sandwich, distributed in Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, Wisconsin. The recall was initiated on 25 Jul 2016 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-2159-2016
- FDA event ID
- 74804
- Recalling firm
- Meijer Distribution, Grand Rapids, MI
- Brand
- Markets
- Classification
- Class I
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 25 Jul 2016
- FDA classified
- 14 Sep 2016
- Reported
- 21 Sep 2016
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Reason category
- Salmonella
- Product category
- Salad Kits
Timeline
| 25 Jul 2016 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 14 Sep 2016 | Classified by FDA | +51 days |
| 21 Sep 2016 | Published 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
salads and sandwiches contain a sourced cooked egg ingredient which tested positive for Salmonella by the supplier.
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
MARKETS OF MEIJER TUNA SALAD SANDWICH WEDGE 7 OZ EA individual packaged sandwich
Where it was distributed
IL, IN, KY, MI, OH, WI
IllinoisIndianaKentuckyMichiganOhioWisconsin
Stores named: Meijer
Questions about this recall
Why was it recalled?
salads and sandwiches contain a sourced cooked egg ingredient which tested positive for Salmonella by the supplier.
Which lots are affected?
UPC: 7-08820-52935-9 Sold in Meijer stores from 7/20/16 to 7/25/16 code dates: 7/25/16, 7/26/16, 7/27/16
Where was it sold?
IL, IN, KY, MI, OH, WI
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
7 other products · FDA event 74804This product is part of a recall event; the main page for the event is Meijer Macaroni Salad recalled by Meijer Distribution.
| Reported | Class | Recall | Company | Reason | Where |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLASS I | Meijer Macaroni Salad recalled by Meijer DistributionMeijer Macaroni | Meijer Distribution | Salmonella | 6 states | |
| CLASS I | Markets OF Meijer Salad Seashell Macaroni Food service recalledMarkets | Meijer Distribution | Salmonella | 6 states | |
| CLASS I | Meijer Macaroni Salad recalled by Meijer DistributionMeijer Macaroni | Meijer Distribution | Salmonella | 6 states | |
| CLASS I | Meijer Chicken Salad Spread retail recalled by Meijer DistributionMeijer | Meijer Distribution | Salmonella | 6 states | |
| CLASS I | Markets OF Meijer Egg Salad Sandwich EA individual packaged sandwich recalledMarkets | Meijer Distribution | Salmonella | 6 states | |
| CLASS I | Meijer Potato Salad Amish recalled by Meijer DistributionMeijer | Meijer Distribution | Salmonella | 6 states | |
| CLASS I | Meijer Egg Salad Spread retail recalled by Meijer DistributionMeijer | Meijer Distribution | Salmonella | 6 states |
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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