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FDA Food recall · Reported March 20, 2019

Signature Caf¿ Tomato Basil Bisque Soup: polypropylene cups with linear low density polyethylene caps, and with plastic film seal. NET WT: 24 oz. (1 lb.. 8 oz.) 680 g Perishable, Keep Refrigerated. UPC 0002113015645 Distributed by: Lucerne Foods, Inc., P. P. Box 99, Pleasanton, CA 94566-0009

A temperature data logger which is intentionally placed into one container of soup to monitor cooling has been misplaced and believed to be in a retail package.

Recall #
F-1159-2019
Affected scope
500 cases (8 cups per case)
Initiated
February 25, 2019
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Albertsons Companies LLC recalled Signature Caf¿ Tomato Basil Bisque Soup: polypropylene cups with linear low density poly… - a moderate-severity action.

Signature Caf¿ Tomato Basil Bisque Soup: polypropylene cups with linear low density poly… was recalled by Albertsons Companies LLC in March 20, 2019. Reason: A temperature data logger which is intentionally placed into one container of soup to monitor cooling has bee…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #F-1159-2019 with the FDA Food before acting.

The recall

Albertsons Companies LLC issued this moderate-severity FDA Food recall-A temperature data logger which is intentionally placed into one container of soup to monitor cooling has bee….

Moderate
severity level
Class II
classification
March 20, 2019
reported

Sourced from official FDA Food enforcement records. Verify recall #F-1159-2019 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution scope (see Distribution below) directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from FDA Food - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

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Where this recall sits in its category - 25,457 food recalls on record

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Where this agency-classified recall sits among FDA Class I/II/III notices

Of 88,244 recalls with an agency hazard classification, 19,068 are high severity, 64,652 moderate, and 4,524 low. A further 16,179 CPSC/NHTSA recalls have no agency class and are excluded from this split. This recall is classified moderate severity.

Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.

Product description

Signature Caf¿ Tomato Basil Bisque Soup: polypropylene cups with linear low density polyethylene caps, and with plastic film seal. NET WT: 24 oz. (1 lb.. 8 oz.) 680 g Perishable, Keep Refrigerated. UPC 0002113015645 Distributed by: Lucerne Foods, Inc., P. P. Box 99, Pleasanton, CA 94566-0009

Reason for recall

A temperature data logger which is intentionally placed into one container of soup to monitor cooling has been misplaced and believed to be in a retail package.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the FDA Food recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Severity class Moderate (Class II)
Status Terminated
Recall number F-1159-2019
Date reported March 20, 2019
Date initiated February 25, 2019
Recalling firm Albertsons Companies LLC
Firm location Boise, ID
Affected scope 500 cases (8 cups per case)
Distribution Shipped to distribution center in Fullerton, CA and the on to retail stores in CA,

Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Food enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

What to do with this recall

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Signature Caf¿ Tomato Basil Bisque Soup: polypropylene cups with linear low density polyethylene caps, and with plastic film seal. NET WT: 24 oz. (1 lb.. 8 oz.) 680 g Perishable, Keep Refrigerated. UPC 0002113015645 Distributed by: Lucerne Foods, Inc., P. P. Box 99, Pleasanton, CA 94566-0009. Recalled by Albertsons Companies LLC. Units affected: 500 cases (8 cups per case).
Why was this product recalled?
A temperature data logger which is intentionally placed into one container of soup to monitor cooling has been misplaced and believed to be in a retail package.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Food on March 20, 2019. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: F-1159-2019.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Shipped to distribution center in Fullerton, CA and the on to retail stores in CA,.
What are the health risks of consuming a recalled food product?
Recalled food products may contain contaminants, undeclared allergens, or harmful bacteria such as Salmonella, Listeria, or E. coli. Consuming these products can cause foodborne illness ranging from mild gastrointestinal symptoms to serious conditions requiring hospitalization. If you have consumed a recalled food product and experience symptoms, contact your healthcare provider and report to the FDA via MedWatch.

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