CLASS I ONGOING Food recall · Reported 26 Apr 2017 · FDA Enforcement Report
Turkey wedge sandwich recalled by Gourmet Classic Salads
Gourmet Classic Salads is recalling Turkey wedge sandwich, distributed in Florida. The recall was initiated on 20 Mar 2017 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-2085-2017
- FDA event ID
- 76544
- Recalling firm
- Gourmet Classic Salads, Lake Wales, FL
- Classification
- Class I
- Status
- Ongoing
- Recall initiated
- 20 Mar 2017
- FDA classified
- 20 Apr 2017
- Reported
- 26 Apr 2017
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Reason category
- Listeria
- Product category
- Salad Kits
Timeline
| 20 Mar 2017 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 20 Apr 2017 | Classified by FDA | +31 days |
| 26 Apr 2017 | 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
FDA Environmental samples and finished product collected at the firm revealed the presence of Listeria monocytogenes. The firm is recalling the products due to the potential for Listeria contamination.
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
Turkey wedge sandwich. Prepared by Gourmet Classic Salads 240 E Bullard Ave. Lake Wales, FL 33853
Where it was distributed
Throughout Florida
Questions about this recall
Why was it recalled?
FDA Environmental samples and finished product collected at the firm revealed the presence of Listeria monocytogenes. The firm is recalling the products due to the potential for Listeria contamination.
Which lots are affected?
Manufactured between 01/30/2017-02/22/2017, with expiration date through 03/01/2017.
Where was it sold?
Throughout Florida
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
8 other products · FDA event 76544More recalls from Gourmet Classic Salads
All 10| Reported | Class | Recall | Company | Reason | Where |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food | CLASS I | Cuban Sandwich recalled by Gourmet Classic SaladsCuban | Gourmet Classic Salads | Listeria | FL |
| Food | CLASS I | Turkey and Havarti sandwiches recalled by Gourmet Classic Salads | Gourmet Classic Salads | Listeria | FL |
| Food | CLASS I | Italian sub, 12" recalled by Gourmet Classic Salads | Gourmet Classic Salads | Listeria | FL |
| Food | CLASS I | Ham & Cheddar sandwiches recalled by Gourmet Classic Salads | Gourmet Classic Salads | Listeria | FL |
| Food | CLASS I | Italian Sub recalled by Gourmet Classic Salads | Gourmet Classic Salads | Listeria | FL |
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