FDA expands recall of jalapeño products sold at major retailers in 26 states
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has issued a recall of numerous jalapeño-containing foods sold at Target, Trader Joe’s, Walmart and other stores after a salmonella outbreak linked to the peppers.
The Food and Drug Administration announced an expanded recall of jalapeño-containing products after a multi-state salmonella Javiana outbreak tied to peppers supplied by Coast Citrus Distributors. The recall covers items sold at Hannaford, Kroger, Stop & Shop, Target, Trader Joe’s, Walmart, Whole Foods and other retailers in 26 states, with "best-if-used-by" dates through August 16, 2026.
Products affected include diced jalapeños, burritos, spicy dips, salsas and guacamole sold under various brand names. Specific items range from 3.75-oz diced jalapeños at Hannaford to 10-oz pico de gallo sauces at Walmart and Whole Foods, each identified by UPC codes and distribution states.
The FDA and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are investigating the outbreak, which has sickened 345 people across 27 states. No illnesses have been reported from the Taylor Farms-branded jalapeño products that were recalled after the company stopped sourcing the peppers.
Consumers who purchased any of the listed items are advised not to eat them and to discard them or seek a refund from the retailer. Questions can be directed to Taylor Farms customer care at 855-455-0098 during business hours.