CLASS I Food recall · Reported 22 Jun 2016 · FDA Enforcement Report
Publix Deli, Wheatberry Salad recalled by Publix Super Markets
Publix Super Markets is recalling Publix Deli, Wheatberry Salad, distributed in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee. The recall was initiated on 5 May 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-1518-2016
- FDA event ID
- 74088
- Recalling firm
- Publix Super Markets, Lakeland, FL
- Brand
- Publix Deli
- Classification
- Class I
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 5 May 2016
- FDA classified
- 14 Jun 2016
- Reported
- 22 Jun 2016
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Two or more of the following: Email, Fax, Letter, Press Release, Telephone, Visit
- Reason category
- Listeria
- Product category
- Salad Kits
Timeline
| 5 May 2016 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 14 Jun 2016 | Classified by FDA | +40 days |
| 22 Jun 2016 | 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
Potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes.
Listeria monocytogenes can grow at refrigerator temperatures. Infection is most dangerous for pregnant women, newborns, older adults and people with weakened immune systems. Symptoms can appear up to 70 days after eating contaminated food.
Product as listed by the FDA
Publix Deli, Wheatberry Salad, sold in 3.5 oz clamshell, 1 lb Grab and Go kit, and Chef Select custom order behind the deli counter. Received at retail store as a 12.75 lbs kit. Ingredients are combined at retail store. Manufactured for Publix Supermarkets in Lakeland, FL
Where it was distributed
Distributed to Publix retail stores in AL, FL, GA, NC, SC, & TN
AlabamaFloridaGeorgiaNorth CarolinaSouth CarolinaTennessee
Stores named: Publix
Questions about this recall
Is Publix Deli, Wheatberry Salad recalled?
Yes. Publix Super Markets recalled Publix Deli, Wheatberry Salad on 5 May 2016. The recall is Class I and its status is Terminated. Recall number F-1518-2016.
Why was it recalled?
Potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes.
Which lots are affected?
All lot codes, all expiration dates. last ship date 04/30/2016.
Where was it sold?
Distributed to Publix retail stores in AL, FL, GA, NC, SC, & TN
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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