Cheese recalls

FDA food recall list

Cheese recalls are most often caused by Listeria or E. coli contamination, especially in soft and raw-milk cheeses. Compare the brand, size, and best-by date on your package.

FDA data updated Sep 30, 2026Last synced Oct 8, 2026

Reports mentioning it: 1,811
Class I (serious): 881
Class II: 841
Class III: 89

Key facts: cheese recalls

The FDA has published 1,811 food enforcement reports mentioning cheese since 2012, as of October 8, 2026.
881 of them were Class I, the most serious category, where a product could cause serious health problems or death.
The most recent was reported on Sep 23, 2026: Spicy Pimento Cheese Dip (Taylor Fresh Foods Inc), Class I.
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration enforcement reports via openFDA. See our sources policy.

Latest 150 cheese recalls

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Showing the 150 most recent recalls of cheese products. 1,811 FDA reports mention cheese in total, including as an ingredient in other products. Use the search on the homepage to look up a specific brand or lot number.

Questions about cheese recalls

Is there a cheese recall right now?

Yes. As of October 8, 2026, the FDA has reported 19 cheese recalls in the last 90 days. The most recent is “Spicy Pimento Cheese Dip” from Taylor Fresh Foods Inc (Class I), reported Sep 23, 2026. Check the list on this page for affected brands and lot codes.

What should I do with a recalled cheese product?

If you have recalled cheese, don't eat it. Compare the brand, size, and lot or UPC code with the recall; if it matches, throw it away or return it to the store for a refund, and clean surfaces it touched. If you feel sick, contact your doctor. In an emergency, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.

How do I know if my cheese product is part of the recall?

Open the recall in the list on this page and compare the brand, product size, lot or UPC code, and best-by or expiration date with your package. A match on the product name alone doesn't mean your item is affected. You can also search by lot number on the FindMyRecall homepage.