Fait Gras Cheese (Whole Foods) – E. coli contamination (2016)
Class I: A situation in which there is a reasonable probability that the use of, or exposure to, a violative product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death
Class I recall indicates potential for serious health consequences.
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Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
Grassfields Fait Gras Cheese, cut and wrapped in clear plastic
Brand
Whole Foods Market
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
PLU codes that range from 0206151 to 0206159 and "sell by" dates through 9/2/2016
Products Sold
PLU codes that range from 0206151 to 0206159 and "sell by" dates through 9/2/2016
Whole Foods Market is recalling Grassfields Fait Gras Cheese, cut and wrapped in clear plastic due to Possible contamination with Shiga toxin-producing E. coli (STEC).. This is a Class I recall, indicating a high risk of serious health consequences. Based on FDA enforcement report.
Summary derived from FDA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by FDA
Possible contamination with Shiga toxin-producing E. coli (STEC).
Recommended Action
Per FDA guidance
Consumers should stop using the product and contact the recalling firm or return it to the place of purchase.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) directly.
View official FDA recall noticePage updated: Jan 6, 2026