Onions 52 recalls 5# (LB) Ctn (box) Jumbo Red Onions, Product of Mexico - Label Imperial Fresh Distributed by Carzalia Valley Produce,
Recall of Jumbo Red Onions from Mexico due to possible Salmonella Oranienburg contamination. Products distributed by Carzalia Valley Produce, sold July 1-25, 2021. Check UPC 1039494 for affected items.
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Voluntary recall due to possible contamination with Salmonella Oranienburg in onions from Chihuahua Mexico.
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What happened, in plain English
Onions 52 is recalling jumbo red onions from Mexico that may contain Salmonella Oranienburg. Eating these onions could cause food poisoning. Consumers should stop using them immediately. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/13975-recall-jumbo-red-onions-from-mexico-may-contain-salmonella-oranienburg.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/13975-recall-jumbo-red-onions-from-mexico-may-contain-salmonella-oranienburg · Updated October 4, 2026 · FDA enforcement record: FDA #F-0228-2022
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“Recall: Jumbo Red Onions from Mexico May Contain Salmonella Oranienburg.” GovInfoNow, updated October 4, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/13975-recall-jumbo-red-onions-from-mexico-may-contain-salmonella-oranienburg. Based on FDA recall #F-0228-2022 (https://api.fda.gov/food/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22F-0228-2022%22&limit=1).
Why it’s dangerous
Salmonella Oranienburg is a bacteria that can cause food poisoning. If you eat onions contaminated with this bacteria, you might get sick with symptoms like diarrhea, fever, and stomach cramps.
Who’s affected
Anyone who bought these onions from Carzalia Valley Produce between July 1 and August 25, 2021. People with weakened immune systems are at higher risk of serious illness.
How to tell if you have this one
Check for onions labeled 'Jumbo Red Onions, Product of Mexico' with UPC 1039494. They were sold by Carzalia Valley Produce from July 1 to August 25, 2021.
- Brand
Onions 52- Category
Food
All 3 products in this recall
FDA lists each product line separately under one recall event. Check your product description, lot or code numbers against each row. Every row shares the hazard and remedy on this page.
- Classification
Class I- Status
Terminated- Distribution
Nationwide, NE, TN, TX.
| Recall number | Product, codes & lots | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| F-0228-2022 | 5# (LB) Ctn (box) Jumbo Red Onions, Product of Mexico - Label Imperial Fresh Distributed by Carzalia Valley Produce, Columbus, NM. UPC 1039494. Imported from Chihuahua, Mexico, sourced from ProSource and shipped from July 1, 2021 through August 25, 2021. Store in cool dry place off the ground.; 5# CTN, July 8, 1176574, 16078470. 5# CTN Pack date, lot codes, customer PO# | 85 Cartons |
| F-0229-2022 | 12 count per 2 lb. mesh sacks with UPC 033383 601014 Medium Red Onions Product of Mexico Farm Fresh Label Distributed by Onions 52 Carrollton, TX. 12 count per 3 lb. mesh sacks with UPC 033383 601021 Medium Red Onions Product of Mexico Farm Fresh Label Distributed by Onions 52 Carrollton TX. Imported from Chihuahua, Mexico, sourced from ProSource and shipped from July 1, 2021 through August 25, 2021. Store in cool dry place off the ground. Labeling states product of Mexico.; 12/2# SX, 214, 1197375, 127538 12/2# SX, 214, 1197447, 127538 12/2# SX, 217, 1197987, 127984 12/2# SX, 217, 1199542, 127984 12/3# SX, 210, 1195242, 517701 12/3# SX, 210, 1195243, 517701 12/3# SX, 210, 1195244, 517701 12/3# SX, 210, 1195249, 517701 12/2# SX, Julian pack date, lot codes customer PO# 12/3# SX, Julian pack date, lot codes customer PO# Note: SX = Sacks Each customer order is associated with a unique file number assigned to that order. The customer PO# is captured within the order number. As product is packaged and palletized, a pallet is tag produced providing an identifier lot number, pack date, package information, pallet piece quantity, weight, pack date and grade. Each pallet is given a specific tag number utilizing the previous information for trace back to the previous source. Individual cartons have a printed PTI on each carton. The individual wineglass labels are coded with the Julian date for the 2# and 3# individual packages. All information is captured in Famous, the software used for produce tracking. | 97 - 12/2# master bales/ 160 12/3# RPC |
| F-0230-2022 | 40# (LB) Ctn (box) Jumbo Yellow Onions, Product of Mexico - Label Carzalia Valley Produce, Distributed by Carzalia Valley Produce, Columbus, NM. UPC 00815222010023 Imported from Chihuahua, Mexico, sourced from ProSource and shipped from July 1, 2021 through August 25, 2021. Store in cool dry place off the ground.; 40# CTN, 194, 1176114, 23862060 40# CTN, 194, 1176116, 23862060 40# CTN, 202, 1176111, 23860999 40# CTN, 202, 1176112, 23860999 40# CTN, 202, 1176113, 23860999 40# CTN, 202, 1176115, 23860999 40# CTN Pack date, lot codes, customer PO# | 200 - 40# Cartons |
What to do — step by step
Stop Using Now
Immediately stop using and discard any recalled onions that may contain Salmonella Oranienburg.
Questions people ask
Are these onions safe to eat?
No, these onions may contain Salmonella Oranienburg, which can cause food poisoning. Do not eat them.
How can I check if my onions are recalled?
Check for onions labeled 'Jumbo Red Onions, Product of Mexico' with UPC 1039494. They were sold by Carzalia Valley Produce from July 1 to August 25, 2021.
What should I do if I have the recalled onions?
Discard the onions immediately and contact Carzalia Valley Produce for more information.
Contact Onions 52
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Subject: Recall F-0228-2022 — Onions 52 Onions 52 Hello, I own a Onions 52 that is covered by recall F-0228-2022 from Onions 52. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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- Official source: FDA Recall #F-0228-2022 (October 21, 2021) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for F-0228-2022 to see it in context.
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