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Class I
Gills Onions, LLC
Recall #F-2442-2012 · Initiated 2012-09-06
Plain-language summary
by FoodRecallsDB.infoWhat happened
Gills Onions is recalling various sizes of slivered and diced yellow onions sold nationwide because they may contain Listeria monocytogenes, a harmful bacteria that can cause serious illness. This is considered a serious recall (Class I).
Who is at risk
People with weakened immune systems, pregnant women, young children, and older adults are at higher risk of serious illness from Listeria, though anyone can become sick.
What to do
Check your freezer for any Gills Onions slivered yellow onion products and throw them away if you have them. If you've eaten these onions and feel sick with fever, body aches, or nausea, contact your doctor.
Product
1/4" Slivered Yellow Onions, 2/5lb, 4/5lb. 1/8" Slivered Yellow Onions, 2/5lb, 4/5lb. 3/16" Slivered Yellow Onions, 2/5lb, 5/2lb, 4/5lb. 3/8" Slivered Yellow Onions, 2/5 lb. 3/8" Slivered Julienne Yellow Onions, 4/5lb.
Reason for recall
Gills Onions is recalling diced and slivered onions because it may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes
Quantity affected
N/A
Distribution
nationwide in the US
Lot / code info
lot codes: 22YAW1A1235, 22YAN1A1235, 22YAO1B1235, 22YAN1B1235, 22YAV1B1235.
Voluntary / mandated
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Initial notification
Letter
Terminated
2012-10-31
Recalling firm
Gills Onions, LLC
1051 Pacific Ave
Oxnard, CA 93030-7254
United States
Recall classification
Most serious. Reasonable probability that the product will cause serious health consequences or death.