SunBurst Foods Barbecue Chicken Recall: Listeria Risk

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Recalling firmSunBurst Foods, Inc.1002B Sunburst Dr, N/A · Goldsboro, NC 27534-8667

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What happened, in plain English

SunBurst Foods is recalling barbecue chicken (on bun) due to potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination. This bacteria can cause serious illness, especially in pregnant women, newborns, and the elderly.

Why it’s dangerous

Listeria monocytogenes is a bacteria that can cause serious infections. It grows in refrigerated foods and can lead to miscarriages, stillbirths, or severe illness in vulnerable groups.

Who’s affected

Pregnant women, newborns, and older adults are most at risk from Listeria monocytogenes. Anyone who bought this product between the manufacturing date and recall notice is affected.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for the UPC 7-01248-00144-5 and MFG Code 162 on the product label. The product is barbecue chicken (on bun) with a net weight of 4.60 oz.

Brand
SunBurst Foods
Category
Food

Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

Check Product Label
Look for the UPC 7-01248-00144-5 and MFG Code 162 on the packaging.

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Questions people ask

Is this product safe to eat?

The product has been recalled due to potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination. Do not consume it until the recall is resolved.

How do I know if I have the recalled product?

Check the UPC 7-01248-00144-5 and MFG Code 162 on the label. The product is barbecue chicken (on bun) with a net weight of 4.60 oz.

What should I do if I have this product?

The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact SunBurst Foods for guidance on safe handling or disposal.

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Subject: Recall F-0817-2015 — SunBurst Foods SunBurst Foods

Hello,

I own a SunBurst Foods that is covered by recall F-0817-2015 from SunBurst Foods.

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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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-0817-2015 (October 10, 2014) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for F-0817-2015 to see it in context.
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SunBurst Foods, Inc. recalls Barbecue Chicken (on bun), Net Wt. 4.60 oz., UPC 7-01248-00144-5, MFG Code 162

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