Jennie-O Ground Turkey Recalled for Possible Salmonella Contamination

Agency Publication Date: November 15, 2018

Summary

Jennie-O Turkey Store Sales, LLC is recalling approximately 147,276 pounds of raw ground turkey products because they may be contaminated with Salmonella Reading. This recall is linked to a widespread outbreak involving 164 illnesses across 35 states, with one patient's sample directly matching the recalled product strain. The affected products were produced on September 11, 2018, and were shipped to retail locations nationwide.

Risk

Consumption of food contaminated with Salmonella can cause salmonellosis, resulting in diarrhea, abdominal cramps, and fever. In severe cases, particularly for older adults, infants, and those with weakened immune systems, the illness may require hospitalization.

What You Should Do

Check your refrigerator or freezer for 1-lb. packages of Jennie-O Ground Turkey with 'Use by' dates of 10/01/2018 or 10/02/2018.
Look for the establishment number 'P-190' inside the USDA mark of inspection on the product packaging.
Identify the specific affected product by checking for the UPC codes and 'Use by' dates listed in the Affected Products section below.
Return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund, throw it away, or contact the manufacturer for further instructions.
Always wash your hands and surfaces after handling raw poultry to avoid cross-contamination and ensure all poultry is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F.
For questions regarding the recall, contact the Jennie-O Consumer Engagement Team at 1-800-621-3505 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. CT Monday–Friday, or 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Saturday–Sunday.
Call the USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline at 1-888-674-6854 for additional food safety questions.

Your Remedy Options

You have 2 options:

Option 1: Full Refund

How to: Return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund, or contact the manufacturer or supplier for further instructions

Option 2: Dispose of Product

How to: Throw the product away.

Affected Products

Product: Jennie-O Ground Turkey 93% Lean | 7% Fat (1-lb. package)

Variants: 93% Lean | 7% Fat

UPC Codes:

042222002026

Establishment #: P-190

Date Ranges: Use by 10/01/2018, Use by 10/02/2018

Produced on September 11, 2018.

Product: Jennie-O Taco Seasoned Ground Turkey (1-lb. package)

Variants: Taco Seasoned

UPC Codes:

042222302029

Establishment #: P-190

Date Ranges: Use by 10/02/2018

Produced on September 11, 2018.

Product: Jennie-O Ground Turkey 85% Lean | 15% Fat (1-lb. package)

Variants: 85% Lean | 15% Fat

UPC Codes:

042222313070

Establishment #: P-190

Date Ranges: Use by 10/02/2018

Produced on September 11, 2018.

Product: Jennie-O Italian Seasoned Ground Turkey (1-lb. package)

Variants: Italian Seasoned

UPC Codes:

042222302036

Establishment #: P-190

Date Ranges: Use by 10/02/2018

Produced on September 11, 2018.

Product: Ground Turkey 90% Lean | 10% Fat (1-lb. package)

Variants: 90% Lean | 10% Fat

Establishment #: P-190

Date Ranges: Use by 10/02/2018

Produced on September 11, 2018.

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Recall Documents

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Additional Information

Agency: U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)

Recall ID: 112-2018

Status: Active

Sold By: Retail locations nationwide

Manufactured In: United States

Units Affected: 0 pounds

Distributed To: Nationwide

Classification: Class I

Were You Affected by This Recall?

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Summary

What You Should Do

Check your refrigerator or freezer for 1-lb. packages of Jennie-O Ground Turkey with 'Use by' dates of 10/01/2018 or 10/02/2018.

Look for the establishment number 'P-190' inside the USDA mark of inspection on the product packaging.

Identify the specific affected product by checking for the UPC codes and 'Use by' dates listed in the Affected Products section below.

Return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund, throw it away, or contact the manufacturer for further instructions.

Always wash your hands and surfaces after handling raw poultry to avoid cross-contamination and ensure all poultry is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F.

For questions regarding the recall, contact the Jennie-O Consumer Engagement Team at 1-800-621-3505 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. CT Monday–Friday, or 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Saturday–Sunday.

Call the USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline at 1-888-674-6854 for additional food safety questions.

Affected Products

Product: Jennie-O Ground Turkey 93% Lean | 7% Fat (1-lb. package)

Variants: 93% Lean | 7% Fat

UPC Codes:

042222002026

Establishment #: P-190

Date Ranges: Use by 10/01/2018, Use by 10/02/2018

Produced on September 11, 2018.

Product: Jennie-O Taco Seasoned Ground Turkey (1-lb. package)

Variants: Taco Seasoned

UPC Codes:

042222302029

Establishment #: P-190

Date Ranges: Use by 10/02/2018

Produced on September 11, 2018.

Product: Jennie-O Ground Turkey 85% Lean | 15% Fat (1-lb. package)

Variants: 85% Lean | 15% Fat

UPC Codes:

042222313070

Establishment #: P-190

Date Ranges: Use by 10/02/2018

Produced on September 11, 2018.

Product: Jennie-O Italian Seasoned Ground Turkey (1-lb. package)

Variants: Italian Seasoned

UPC Codes:

042222302036

Establishment #: P-190

Date Ranges: Use by 10/02/2018

Produced on September 11, 2018.

Product: Ground Turkey 90% Lean | 10% Fat (1-lb. package)

Variants: 90% Lean | 10% Fat

Establishment #: P-190

Date Ranges: Use by 10/02/2018

Produced on September 11, 2018.