Reser’s Fine Foods has initiated a voluntary recall of various tuna salad products after concerns over potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. This contamination risk is linked to breadcrumbs found in some of the affected products, sold in multiple US states.
The recall, which impacts stores across seven states, has drawn attention due to the health risks posed by Listeria, a bacteria that can cause severe foodborne illnesses, particularly in vulnerable populations. The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a warning, advising consumers to dispose of or return the products.
Recalled Products Affected in Seven States
The recall affects several tuna salad products, primarily sold at Albertsons, Randalls, Tom Thumb, and Jewel Osco in Arkansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, Texas, Illinois, Indiana, and Iowa. These products were sold with sell-by dates ranging between July 16 and July 19, 2025. The full list of recalled products includes:
At Albertsons, Randalls, and Tom Thumb (AR, LA, OK, TX):
- RM Duo Tuna Salad w/ Crackers – 27183000000 – July 17-19
- RM Salad Tuna Premium SS – 21425000000 – July 17-19
- RM Snacker Tray Tuna Salad – 21151300000 – July 17-19
- RM Sandwich Tuna Salad Croissant SS Cold – 21788400000 – July 16-18
- RM Tuna Salad Over Bed of Lettuce SS – 21786400000 – July 16-18
- Salad Tuna Premium – 21228800000 – July 17-19
- Tray Croissant Mini Salad 16 in – 27841300000 – July 16-18
- Tray Croissant Mini Salad 18 in – 27841200000 – July 16-18
- Tray Salad Sandwich 12 in – 27841500000 – July 16-18
- Tray Salad Sandwich 16 in – 27841400000 – July 16-18
At Jewel Osco (IL, IN, IA):
- Club Sandwich ES with Salad – 29125900000 – July 16-18
- RM Duo Tuna Salad with Cracker S – 27183000000 – July 17-19
- RM Quad Tuna Salad – 21500300000 – July 17-19
- RM Tuna Salad SS/td – 29486900000 – July 17-19
- RM Sandwich Croissant SSTBL Tuna Salad SS – 21372500000 – July 17-19
- RM Sandwich Tuna Salad Croissant SS Cold – 21788400000 – July 16-18
- Tuna Salad – 21680700000 – July 17-19
Consumers who have purchased any of these products are advised to stop eating them immediately.
Health Risks and FDA Recommendations
Listeria monocytogenes is a serious pathogen that can lead to listeriosis, a potentially fatal infection. According to the FDA, Listeria is one of the leading causes of death from foodborne illness in the United States, responsible for approximately 260 fatalities annually.
The bacteria pose a particular risk to vulnerable groups such as the elderly, pregnant women, young children, and individuals with weakened immune systems.
In response to the recall, the FDA has issued several safety measures. Consumers are urged to either discard the affected products or return them for a full refund. Furthermore, the FDA stresses the importance of sanitising surfaces that may have come into contact with the recalled products, as Listeria can survive in refrigerated environments and spread easily.
Although no illnesses have been reported thus far, the risk remains high, and consumers are advised to stay vigilant. For any further information or concerns, the FDA recommends contacting the relevant customer service centres.
