Sargento Deep V Shredded Monterey Jack Cheese Recall: Listeria Risk

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Recalling firmSargento Foods, Inc.1 Persnickety Pl · Plymouth, WI 53073-3544

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What happened, in plain English

Sargento is recalling Deep V Shredded Monterey Jack cheese that may contain Listeria monocytogenes, a bacteria that can cause serious illness. This recall affects specific packaging with UPC codes 46100343999 and 46100356753 sold between April 19, 2024 and February 29, 2024.

Why it’s dangerous

Listeria monocytogenes is a bacteria that can cause serious illness, including meningitis, sepsis, and miscarriage, especially in pregnant women, newborns, and immunocompromised individuals. The bacteria can grow in refrigerated conditions and may be present in the cheese if not handled properly.

Who’s affected

People who purchased Sargento Deep V Shredded Monterey Jack cheese with the specified UPC codes and batch numbers between April 19, 2024 and February 29, 2024 are affected. Those who consume the product without proper refrigeration are at higher risk.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for Sargento Deep V Shredded Monterey Jack cheese with UPC 46100343999 (Pack Size 500/0.5 oz) or UPC 46100356753 (Pack Size 400/1 oz). Products were sold between April 19, 2024 and February 29, 2024.

Brand
Sargento
Category
Food

Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

Check Product Details
Look for UPC codes 46100343999 or 46100356753 on the packaging to identify affected products.
Discard or Return
If you have the recalled products, discard them immediately or contact Sargento for a refund.

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Questions people ask

What is the recall for?

Sargento is recalling Deep V Shredded Monterey Jack cheese with potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination. Products with UPC 46100343999 or 46100356753 were sold between April 19, 2024 and February 29, 2024.

How can I tell if I have the recalled product?

Check for UPC codes 46100343999 (Pack Size 500/0.5 oz) or 46100356753 (Pack Size 400/1 oz) on the packaging.

What should I do if I have the recalled product?

Discard the product immediately or contact Sargento for a refund.

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Subject: Recall F-1013-2024 — Sargento Sargento

Hello,

I own a Sargento that is covered by recall F-1013-2024 from Sargento.

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-1013-2024 (February 5, 2024) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for F-1013-2024 to see it in context.
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Sargento Foods, Inc. recalls Monterey Jack cheese packaged in the following configurations: 1. Sargento, Part #23602 Deep V Shredded Monterey Jack

Recall notice