Severity
Critical
CriticalClass ITerminated
FDA Food recall · Reported May 3, 2017
Cheddar cheese. All affected product private labeled for other companies. Brands: Guggisberg; Amish Classics; Dutch Farms; Banquet; Product packaged as: 6lb deli horns (4 diameter x 13 long cylinder) 2 or 4 per case; 15lb long horns (6 diameter x 13 long cylinder) 2 or 4 per case; 1lb Cut and Wrap ( 4 or 6 diameter x 1 thick pucks) 10 per case Products package in clear plastic bags. Bags sealed by vacuum sealing and shrink wrapping.
Potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination.
The recall
Deutsch Kase Haus, LLC issued this critical-severity FDA Food recall — Potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination..
- Critical
- severity level
- Class I
- classification
- May 3, 2017
- reported
Sourced from official FDA Food enforcement records. Verify recall #F-1891-2017 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This FDA Food action (record #F-1891-2017) was formally reported on May 3, 2017, with the manufacturer initiating the action on February 5, 2017. It is classified under Critical severity (Class I), with a current status of Terminated. Deutsch Kase Haus, LLC is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Middlebury, IN. Federal records list the affected scope as 4,121,370.18 lbs (total cheese/cheese products).
The documented reason for this recall is: Potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: IL, OH, WI, NV, AL, AZ, PA, TN, MI, MN, and IN. Distribution scope 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 the database
Of 100,165 recalls in the database, 23,668 are high severity, 72,097 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified high severity.
Affected scope
4,121,370.18 lbs (total cheese/cheese products)
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
Product description
Cheddar cheese. All affected product private labeled for other companies. Brands: Guggisberg; Amish Classics; Dutch Farms; Banquet; Product packaged as: 6lb deli horns (4 diameter x 13 long cylinder) 2 or 4 per case; 15lb long horns (6 diameter x 13 long cylinder) 2 or 4 per case; 1lb Cut and Wrap ( 4 or 6 diameter x 1 thick pucks) 10 per case Products package in clear plastic bags. Bags sealed by vacuum sealing and shrink wrapping.
Reason for recall
Potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Severity class | Critical (Class I) |
| Status | Terminated |
| Recall number | F-1891-2017 |
| Date reported | May 3, 2017 |
| Date initiated | February 5, 2017 |
| Recalling firm | Deutsch Kase Haus, LLC |
| Firm location | Middlebury, IN |
| Affected scope | 4,121,370.18 lbs (total cheese/cheese products) |
| Distribution | IL, OH, WI, NV, AL, AZ, PA, TN, MI, MN, and IN |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Food enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
Cheddar cheese. All affected product private labeled for other companies. Brands: Guggisberg; Amish Classics; Dutch Farms; Banquet; Product packaged as: 6lb deli horns (4 diameter x 13 long cylinder) 2 or 4 per case; 15lb long horns (6 diameter x 13 long cylinder) 2 or 4 per case; 1lb Cut and Wrap ( 4 or 6 diameter x 1 thick pucks) 10 per case Products package in clear plastic bags. Bags sealed by vacuum sealing and shrink wrapping.. Recalled by Deutsch Kase Haus, LLC. Units affected: 4,121,370.18 lbs (total cheese/cheese products).
Why was this product recalled? ▼
Potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the FDA Food on May 3, 2017. Severity: Critical. Recall number: F-1891-2017.
Where was the recalled product distributed? ▼
Distribution: IL, OH, WI, NV, AL, AZ, PA, TN, MI, MN, and IN.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (F-1891-2017) against your product. Visit the official FDA Food website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
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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Data Sources
Source: FDA, CPSC, and NHTSA federal recall databases. This recall: FDA Food, reported May 3, 2017.
- Source: FDA — Food and Drug Administration, openFDA Enforcement API (food, drug, and medical device recalls)
- Source: CPSC — Consumer Product Safety Commission Recalls API (consumer product recalls and hazards)
- Source: NHTSA — National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Recalls API (vehicle safety recalls)
Recall information is sourced from official federal agency databases. Always verify recall details with the issuing agency for the most current status. This information is for research and awareness purposes only.
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Source: Federal recall agencies (FDA, CPSC, NHTSA) Aggregated federal recall feeds Recall data normalized across FDA, CPSC and NHTSA feeds; severity classifications follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type).