Class IFood
Organic Whole Blueberries recall
Summary
Publix Super Markets, Inc. is recalling Organic Whole Blueberries (food). According to the FDA report, the reason is: Due to potential E. coli O145:H28 contamination. The FDA rated this a Class I: most serious: there is a reasonable chance the product could cause serious health problems or death. Recall status: Terminated.
Understanding this recall
What happened
Publix is recalling Organic Whole Blueberries, frozen organic berries, because of potential contamination with E. coli O145:H28.
Why it matters
Shiga toxin-producing E. coli (STEC), such as O157:H7 or O145, can cause severe stomach cramps, diarrhea (often bloody) and vomiting. Some people, especially young children and older adults, develop hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS), a type of kidney failure. Raw sprouts and produce eaten uncooked are known sources. Frozen berries are often eaten without cooking, for example in smoothies, so freezing alone doesn't make them safe.
Who should pay attention
Publix shoppers in AL, FL, GA, KY, NC, SC, TN and VA.
Distribution in the FDA report: Distributed in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia.
How to check your product
The report covers product with a best-by date before Feb 9, 2028. Check the date on the bag.
Codes listed by the FDA: all product with an expiration date prior to Feb 9, 2028 (Best by Date Feb 09, 2028)
Based only on the FDA enforcement record plus general public-health background on this type of hazard. Not medical advice; if you have symptoms or concerns, contact a doctor or pharmacist.
Details from the FDA report
- Product
- Organic Whole Blueberries, Net Wt. 48 oz (3Lb) plastic bag, packed in 6 bags per case of 10 oz each. Keep Frozen. UPC 41415-12053
- Reason
- Due to potential E. coli O145:H28 contamination
- Lot / code info
- all product with an expiration date prior to Feb 9, 2028 (Best by Date Feb 09, 2028)
- Quantity
- 37260 units
- Distribution
- Distributed in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia.
- Recalling company
- Publix Super Markets, Inc., Lakeland, FL United States
- Recall started
- June 25, 2026
- FDA report date
- August 26, 2026
- Classification
- Class I: Most serious: there is a reasonable chance the product could cause serious health problems or death.
- Voluntary / mandated
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall number
- H-1239-2026
What to do
- Check whether you have this product, and compare the lot numbers, codes, or dates on your package with the codes listed above.
- If it matches, stop using it and keep it away from children and pets.
- Contact the recalling company (Publix Super Markets, Inc.) or the store where you bought it about returns or refunds.
- If you think the product made you or someone else sick, contact a doctor or pharmacist. In an emergency call 911.
- You can report problems to the FDA via MedWatch.