Severity
Critical
CriticalClass ITerminated
FDA Food recall · Reported July 1, 2015
Blue Bell Ice Cream Dutch Chocolate One Pint (473mL) and Half Pint Size
Five patients who were treated in a single hospital in Kansas were infected with one of four rare strains of Listeria monocytogenes.
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Blue Bell Creameries, L.P. recalled Blue Bell Ice Cream Dutch Chocolate One Pint (473mL) and Half Pint Size - a critical-severity action.
Blue Bell Ice Cream Dutch Chocolate One Pint (473mL) and Half Pint Size was recalled by Blue Bell Creameries, L.P. in July 1, 2015. Reason: Five patients who were treated in a single hospital in Kansas were infected with one of four rare strains of …. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #F-2463-2015 with the FDA Food before acting.
The recall
Blue Bell Creameries, L.P. issued this critical-severity FDA Food recall-Five patients who were treated in a single hospital in Kansas were infected with one of four rare strains of ….
- Critical
- severity level
- 13.7M units
- affected scope
- Class I
- classification
- July 1, 2015
- reported
Sourced from official FDA Food enforcement records. Verify recall #F-2463-2015 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This FDA Food action (record #F-2463-2015) was formally reported on July 1, 2015, with the manufacturer initiating the action on March 13, 2015. It is classified under Critical severity (Class I), with a current status of Terminated. Blue Bell Creameries, L.P. is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Brenham, TX. Federal records list the affected scope as 13,701,935 units, placing this recall in the million-unit bracket that typically triggers nationwide consumer alerts and retailer sweeps.
The documented reason for this recall is: Five patients who were treated in a single hospital in Kansas were infected with one of four rare strains of Listeria monocytogenes. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: FL, GA, SC, NC, VA, OH, KY, TN, AL, MS, IN, IL, MT, AR, LA, TX, Ok, KS, NM, CO, WY, AZ, NV and Bermuda, Belize, Saudia Arabia, Yemen, Oman, UAE, Qatar, Egypt, Jordan, Kuwait, Dominican Republic, Panama, Turks and Caicos…. 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, 2 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.
Food recalls over time
Where this recall sits in its category - 25,126 food recalls on record
Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified high severity.
Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.
Affected scope
13,701,935 units
Related Recalls
6
2 from same agency
Product description
Blue Bell Ice Cream Dutch Chocolate One Pint (473mL) and Half Pint Size
Reason for recall
Five patients who were treated in a single hospital in Kansas were infected with one of four rare strains of Listeria monocytogenes.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Severity class | Critical (Class I) |
| Status | Terminated |
| Recall number | F-2463-2015 |
| Date reported | July 1, 2015 |
| Date initiated | March 13, 2015 |
| Recalling firm | Blue Bell Creameries, L.P. |
| Firm location | Brenham, TX |
| Affected scope | 13,701,935 units |
| Distribution | FL, GA, SC, NC, VA, OH, KY, TN, AL, MS, IN, IL, MT, AR, LA, TX, Ok, KS, NM, CO, WY, AZ, NV and Bermuda, Belize, Saudia Arabia, Yemen, Oman, UAE, Qatar, Egypt, Jordan, Kuwait, Dominican Republic, Panama, Turks and Caicos, Haiti, Trinadad an… |
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
Match your product against the recall record, then act on the agency remedy.
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- This is a Class I (high-risk) recall, stop using the product immediately and follow the disposal or return instructions. What to do next
This page summarizes the official FDA Food record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
Blue Bell Ice Cream Dutch Chocolate One Pint (473mL) and Half Pint Size. Recalled by Blue Bell Creameries, L.P.. Units affected: 13,701,935 units.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
Five patients who were treated in a single hospital in Kansas were infected with one of four rare strains of Listeria monocytogenes.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the FDA Food on July 1, 2015. Severity: Critical. Recall number: F-2463-2015.
Where was the recalled product distributed? ▼
Distribution: FL, GA, SC, NC, VA, OH, KY, TN, AL, MS, IN, IL, MT, AR, LA, TX, Ok, KS, NM, CO, WY, AZ, NV and Bermuda, Belize, Saudia Arabia, Yemen, Oman, UAE, Qatar, Egypt, Jordan, Kuwait, Dominican Republic, Panama, Turks and Caicos, Haiti, Trinadad and Tobago, Puerto Rico, Chile, Peru, China, Mexico, Philippines, Tortola, St. Thomas and St. Croix, Anguilla, St, Kitts and Nevis, Montserrat, and Dominica.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (F-2463-2015) 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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