Meijer Distribution, Inc recalls Meijer Colby and Colby Jack Deli Cheese 6lb horn; sold from the Meijer store Deli counter, by weight Sold in plastic
Meijer recalls 6lb Colby and Colby Jack deli cheese due to potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination. Consumers should check labels for UPCs 2-15927-00000-6 and 2-15938-00000-2.
Recall notice
potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes
Contact the company & request your remedy
What happened, in plain English
Meijer is recalling 6-pound Colby and Colby Jack deli cheese that may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. This bacteria can cause serious illness, especially in pregnant women, newborns, and the elderly. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/22295-meijer-colby-cheese-recall-listeria-contamination-risk.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/22295-meijer-colby-cheese-recall-listeria-contamination-risk · Updated October 8, 2026 · FDA enforcement record: FDA #F-1775-2017
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“Meijer Colby Cheese Recall: Listeria Contamination Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 8, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/22295-meijer-colby-cheese-recall-listeria-contamination-risk. Based on FDA recall #F-1775-2017 (https://api.fda.gov/food/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22F-1775-2017%22&limit=1).
Why it’s dangerous
Listeria monocytogenes is a bacteria that can cause severe infections, particularly in vulnerable groups like pregnant women, newborns, and the elderly. Contaminated cheese may lead to foodborne illness if consumed.
Who’s affected
Anyone who purchased Meijer's 6lb Colby or Colby Jack deli cheese from their store deli counter. Pregnant individuals, newborns, and the elderly are at higher risk for serious illness.
How to tell if you have this one
Check for the product name 'Meijer Colby and Colby Jack Deli Cheese' sold in 6lb horns. Look for UPC codes 2-15927-00000-6 (Colby) or 2-15938-00000-2 (Colby Jack).
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What to do — step by step
Check Product Labels
Look for the UPC codes 2-15927-00000-6 or 2-15938-00000-2 on the packaging.
Questions people ask
Is this cheese safe to eat?
The recall does not specify if the cheese is safe to eat. Consumers should check the UPC codes and follow the action steps.
Who is most at risk from this contamination?
Pregnant women, newborns, and the elderly are at higher risk for serious illness from Listeria monocytogenes.
How can I tell if I have the recalled product?
Check for the product name 'Meijer Colby and Colby Jack Deli Cheese' sold in 6lb horns with UPC codes 2-15927-00000-6 or 2-15938-00000-2.
Contact Meijer
We’ve drafted a message you can send Meijer to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall F-1775-2017 — Meijer Meijer Colby and Colby Jack Deli Cheese 6lb horn; sold from the Meijer store Deli counter, b Hello, I own a Meijer Colby and Colby Jack Deli Cheese 6lb horn; sold from the Meijer store Deli counter, by weight Sold in plastic that is covered by recall F-1775-2017 from Meijer. 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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Where this comes from
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official FDA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: FDA Recall #F-1775-2017 (February 10, 2017) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for F-1775-2017 to see it in context.
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 8, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the FDA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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