Lettuce recalls

FDA food recall list

Lettuce, including romaine and bagged lettuce, has been recalled many times for E. coli, Listeria, and Salmonella. Check the brand, use-by date, and lot code on the bag.

FDA data updated Sep 30, 2026Last synced Oct 6, 2026

Reports mentioning it: 306
Class I (serious): 167
Class II: 122
Class III: 17

Key facts: lettuce recalls

The FDA has published 306 food enforcement reports mentioning lettuce since 2012, as of October 7, 2026.
167 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 Aug 19, 2026: MARKON LETTUCE SALAD MIX 4/5# MARKON LETTUCE SALAD WITH SEP BAG 4/5# Iceberg, Carrots,… (Taylor Farms de Mexico S. de R.L. de C.V.), Class I.
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration enforcement reports via openFDA. See our sources policy.

Latest 150 lettuce recalls

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Showing the 150 most recent recalls of lettuce products. 306 FDA reports mention lettuce 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 lettuce recalls

Is there a lettuce recall right now?

Yes. As of October 7, 2026, the FDA has reported 16 lettuce recalls in the last 90 days. The most recent is “MARKON LETTUCE SALAD MIX 4/5# MARKON LETTUCE SALAD WITH SEP BAG 4/5# Iceberg, Carrots,…” from Taylor Farms de Mexico S. de R.L. de C.V. (Class I), reported Aug 19, 2026. Check the list on this page for affected brands and lot codes.

What should I do with a recalled lettuce product?

If you have recalled lettuce, 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 lettuce 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.