CLASS I Food recall · Reported 21 Jul 2016 · USDA FSIS
Pork Products recalled by Kapowsin Meats
Kapowsin Meats is recalling Array. The recall was initiated on 21 Jul 2016 and the FDA has classified it as Class I.
Recall details
- Recall number
- FSIS-062-2016
- Recalling firm
- Kapowsin Meats
- Classification
- Class I
- Status
- Completed
- Recall initiated
- 21 Jul 2016
- Reported
- 21 Jul 2016
- USDA notice type
- Closed Recall
- Reason category
- Salmonella
- Product category
- Pork
Timeline
| 21 Jul 2016 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 21 Jul 2016 | Published in enforcement report | +0 days |
Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.
Reason for recall
Array. WASHINGTON, July 21, 2016 Kapowsin Meats Inc., a Graham, Wash. establishment, is recalling approximately 11,658 pounds of pork products that may be contaminated with Salmonella I 4,[5],12:i:-, the U.S. Department of Agricultures Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today. The whole roaster hogs were produced between June 13, 2016 and July 15, 2016. The following products are subject to recall: [View Label] Varying weights of boxed/bagged Whole Hogs for Barbeque The products subject to recall bear establishment number EST. 1628M inside the USDA mark of inspection. These items were shipped to various individuals, retail locations, institutions, and distributors in Washington. FSIS was notified of an illness investigation in Washington on July 13, 2016. The Washington State Department of Health updated FSIS on July 19, 2016 of confirmed case-patients involved in an illness outbreak of Salmonella I 4,[5],12:i:-. Working in conjunction with the Washington State Department of Health, local health departments and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), FSIS determined that there is a highly probable link between whole hogs for barbeque from Kapowsin Meats and this illness cluster. Based on epidemiological investigation, three Salmonella I 4,[5],12:i:- case-patients have been identified with illness onset dates ranging from July 5, 2016, to July 7, 2016. Traceback investigation indicated that three case-patients consumed whole hog roasters for bar
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 USDA
Array
Where it was distributed
Array
Questions about this recall
Why was it recalled?
Array. WASHINGTON, July 21, 2016 Kapowsin Meats Inc., a Graham, Wash. establishment, is recalling approximately 11,658 pounds of pork products that may be contaminated with Salmonella I 4,[5],12:i:-, the U.S. Department of Agricultures Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today. The whole roaster hogs were produced between June 13, 2016 and July 15, 2016. The following products are subject to recall: [View Label] Varying weights of boxed/bagged Whole Hogs for Barbeque The products subject to recall bear establishment number EST. 1628M inside the USDA mark of inspection. These items were shipped to various individuals, retail locations, institutions, and distributors in Washington. FSIS was notified of an illness investigation in Washington on July 13, 2016. The Washington State Department of Health updated FSIS on July 19, 2016 of confirmed case-patients involved in an illness outbreak of Salmonella I 4,[5],12:i:-. Working in conjunction with the Washington State Department of Health, local health departments and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), FSIS determined that there is a highly probable link between whole hogs for barbeque from Kapowsin Meats and this illness cluster. Based on epidemiological investigation, three Salmonella I 4,[5],12:i:- case-patients have been identified with illness onset dates ranging from July 5, 2016, to July 7, 2016. Traceback investigation indicated that three case-patients consumed whole hog roasters for bar
Where was it sold?
Array
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 USDA FSIS notice · Source record retrieved 29 Sep 2026. USDA data is public domain. This page reports the record and gives no medical advice.
More recalls from Kapowsin Meats
All 3| Reported | Class | Recall | Company | Reason | Where |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food | CLASS I | Pork Product recalled by Kapowsin Meats | Kapowsin Meats | Salmonella | |
| Food | CLASS I | Pork Product recalled by Kapowsin Meats | Kapowsin Meats | Salmonella |