Recall of WW branded Potato Egg and Bacon prepack Salad

8th July 2021

Date Published
8 July 2021

FreshChoice is recalling WW branded Potato Egg and Bacon prepack Salad with a use by date of 13 JUL 21, due to the potential presence of listeria bacteria following routine testing. 

FreshChoice has issued a nationwide recall of this product which is sold at FreshChoice, SuperValue & Countdown. To date, FreshChoice has not received any reports of illness.

The impacted product has the use by date 13 JUL 2021.  Any customer who has bought this batch of this product should not eat it, and is asked to return the product to their nearest FreshChoice, Countdown or SuperValue store for a full refund.

FreshChoice takes food safety very seriously and we apologise to customers for any inconvenience caused by this recall. A full investigation is being carried out into the cause.

Customers can call a toll free customer service number for more information of 0800 40 40 40.

FAQs:

What is the product being recalled? 

We are recalling the WW branded Potato, Egg and Bacon prepack Salad 250g and 433g pottles with a use by date of 13 JUL 21. 

Why is it being recalled? 

Through standard product testing, we have found traces of listeria. Customers can bring any impacted product back to our stores for a full refund. 

When did FreshChoice become aware of the problem?

The problem was found through the standard testing we carry out on products. 

How long have you been selling this product?

The batch was on sale from 2 July. 

Have there been any complaints of illness?

No. We have received no customer complaints.

What do I do if I bought the product?

Any customer who has bought this product with a use by date of 13 JUL 2021 should not eat it and is asked to return the product to their nearest FreshChoice store for a full refund. 

I’ve eaten some of this product - will I get sick? 

There have been no notified reports of illness or injury from this product. However, if you have consumed this product and you have concerns, please seek medical advice.

Any customer who has bought this product dated best before 13 JUL 2021 should not eat it and is asked to return the product to their nearest FreshChoice store for a full refund.