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Spartan Central Kitchen: 140 FDA recall reports

Every food recall the FDA has published for Spartan Central Kitchen. The fault, and how the agency graded it.

140Reports

0Class I

0Ongoing

2012-10-24Most recent

What the classes mean

The FDA sorts every recall into one of three classes. The class is the whole story. It is also the part people skip.

Class	What the FDA is saying
Class I	There is a reasonable probability that using this will cause serious harm or death.
Class II	It may cause temporary or reversible harm. Serious harm is unlikely.
Class III	It breaks a rule but is unlikely to hurt anyone. Often a labelling fault.

Class II is the bulk of every list here. That matters. A long list of Class II says something different from one Class I.

By class

Class	Reports
Class II	140

Checking whether it affects you

The lot or code number is what matters. Not the product name. A recall covers specific lots. Yours may not be one of them.

Check the code on your package against the report. The FDA keeps the current list at fda.gov/safety/recalls.

The reports

The text below is quoted from the FDA record word for word.

#234 Bulk Watermelon 234 2.5 pounds and #050 Watermelon Tray 16 ounces

F-0259-2013 · Class II · reported 2012-10-24 · Terminated

Why it was recalled: During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub samples in zones 1, 2 & 3 are positive for Listeria Monocytogenes (L.M.), Listeria innocua (L.I.) or Listeria seeligeri (L.S.). The firm is voluntarily recalling all products manufactured from August 20th to September 10th 2012 due to the possible contamination. All lots with sell by dates on or before
Product: #234 Bulk Watermelon 234 2.5 pounds and #050 Watermelon Tray 16 ounces
Where it went: MI and OH only.
How much: 48 (Bulk) and 792 (Tray)

#333 Caribbean Fruit Salad 5 pounds

F-0232-2013 · Class II · reported 2012-10-24 · Terminated

Why it was recalled: During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub samples in zones 1, 2 & 3 are positive for Listeria Monocytogenes (L.M.), Listeria innocua (L.I.) or Listeria seeligeri (L.S.). The firm is voluntarily recalling all products manufactured from August 20th to September 10th 2012 due to the possible contamination. All lots with sell by dates on or befo
Product: #333 Caribbean Fruit Salad 5 pounds
Where it went: MI and OH only.
How much: 203

#024 Diced Pepper & Onions 9 ounces

F-0278-2013 · Class II · reported 2012-10-24 · Terminated

Why it was recalled: During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub samples in zones 1, 2 & 3 are positive for Listeria Monocytogenes (L.M.), Listeria innocua (L.I.) or Listeria seeligeri (L.S.). The firm is voluntarily recalling all products manufactured from August 20th to September 10th 2012 due to the possible contamination. All lots with sell by dates on or before
Product: #024 Diced Pepper & Onions 9 ounces
Where it went: MI and OH only.
How much: 494

#301 Creamy Redskin Potato Salad 5 pounds

F-0258-2013 · Class II · reported 2012-10-24 · Terminated

Why it was recalled: During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub samples in zones 1, 2 & 3 are positive for Listeria Monocytogenes (L.M.), Listeria innocua (L.I.) or Listeria seeligeri (L.S.). The firm is voluntarily recalling all products manufactured from August 20th to September 10th 2012 due to the possible contamination. All lots with sell by dates on or before
Product: #301 Creamy Redskin Potato Salad 5 pounds
Where it went: MI and OH only.
How much: 1666

#380 2 lb Hearty Mac & Beef 2 pounds

F-0206-2013 · Class II · reported 2012-10-24 · Terminated

Why it was recalled: During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub samples in zones 1, 2 & 3 are positive for Listeria Monocytogenes (L.M.), Listeria innocua (L.I.) or Listeria seeligeri (L.S.). The firm is voluntarily recalling all products manufactured from August 20th to September 10th 2012 due to the possible contamination. All lots with sell by dates on or befo
Product: #380 2 lb Hearty Mac & Beef 2 pounds
Where it went: MI and OH only.
How much: 294

#319 Cherry Chicken Penne Salad 319 5 pounds

F-0244-2013 · Class II · reported 2012-10-24 · Terminated

Why it was recalled: During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub samples in zones 1, 2 & 3 are positive for Listeria Monocytogenes (L.M.), Listeria innocua (L.I.) or Listeria seeligeri (L.S.). The firm is voluntarily recalling all products manufactured from August 20th to September 10th 2012 due to the possible contamination. All lots with sell by dates on or before
Product: #319 Cherry Chicken Penne Salad 319 5 pounds
Where it went: MI and OH only.
How much: 155

#802 Salad - No Meat Large Chef 3/4 pounds #801 Salad - No Meat Small Chef 1/4 pound

F-0155-2013 · Class II · reported 2012-10-24 · Terminated

Why it was recalled: During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub samples in zones 1, 2 & 3 are positive for Listeria Monocytogenes (L.M.), Listeria innocua (L.I.) or Listeria seeligeri (L.S.). The firm is voluntarily recalling all products manufactured from August 20th to September 10th 2012 due to the possible contamination. All lots with sell by dates on or befo
Product: #802 Salad - No Meat Large Chef 3/4 pounds #801 Salad - No Meat Small Chef 1/4 pound
Where it went: MI and OH only.
How much: 1) 141; 2) 132

#061 Fruit Cup:Cantalope,Honeydew,Grape,Strawberry 9 ounces

F-0270-2013 · Class II · reported 2012-10-24 · Terminated

Why it was recalled: During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub samples in zones 1, 2 & 3 are positive for Listeria Monocytogenes (L.M.), Listeria innocua (L.I.) or Listeria seeligeri (L.S.). The firm is voluntarily recalling all products manufactured from August 20th to September 10th 2012 due to the possible contamination. All lots with sell by dates on or before
Product: #061 Fruit Cup:Cantalope,Honeydew,Grape,Strawberry 9 ounces
Where it went: MI and OH only.
How much: 1305

#764 Salad - Large Chef 3/4 pounds #763 Salad - Small Chef 1/4 pound

F-0159-2013 · Class II · reported 2012-10-24 · Terminated

Why it was recalled: During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub samples in zones 1, 2 & 3 are positive for Listeria Monocytogenes (L.M.), Listeria innocua (L.I.) or Listeria seeligeri (L.S.). The firm is voluntarily recalling all products manufactured from August 20th to September 10th 2012 due to the possible contamination. All lots with sell by dates on or befo
Product: #764 Salad - Large Chef 3/4 pounds #763 Salad - Small Chef 1/4 pound
Where it went: MI and OH only.
How much: 1) 739; 2) 670

#439 10 oz Very Green Pasta 12 ounces

F-0187-2013 · Class II · reported 2012-10-24 · Terminated

Why it was recalled: During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub samples in zones 1, 2 & 3 are positive for Listeria Monocytogenes (L.M.), Listeria innocua (L.I.) or Listeria seeligeri (L.S.). The firm is voluntarily recalling all products manufactured from August 20th to September 10th 2012 due to the possible contamination. All lots with sell by dates on or befo
Product: #439 10 oz Very Green Pasta 12 ounces
Where it went: MI and OH only.
How much: 414

#321 Sonoma Chicken Salad 321 5 pounds

F-0242-2013 · Class II · reported 2012-10-24 · Terminated

Why it was recalled: During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub samples in zones 1, 2 & 3 are positive for Listeria Monocytogenes (L.M.), Listeria innocua (L.I.) or Listeria seeligeri (L.S.). The firm is voluntarily recalling all products manufactured from August 20th to September 10th 2012 due to the possible contamination. All lots with sell by dates on or before
Product: #321 Sonoma Chicken Salad 321 5 pounds
Where it went: MI and OH only.
How much: 381

#010 Broccoli Stir Fry 0.75 pounds

F-0284-2013 · Class II · reported 2012-10-24 · Terminated

Why it was recalled: During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub samples in zones 1, 2 & 3 are positive for Listeria Monocytogenes (L.M.), Listeria innocua (L.I.) or Listeria seeligeri (L.S.). The firm is voluntarily recalling all products manufactured from August 20th to September 10th 2012 due to the possible contamination. All lots with sell by dates on or before
Product: #010 Broccoli Stir Fry 0.75 pounds
Where it went: MI and OH only.
How much: 534

#701 Panini - California Turkey sandwich

F-0172-2013 · Class II · reported 2012-10-24 · Terminated

Why it was recalled: During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub samples in zones 1, 2 & 3 are positive for Listeria Monocytogenes (L.M.), Listeria innocua (L.I.) or Listeria seeligeri (L.S.). The firm is voluntarily recalling all products manufactured from August 20th to September 10th 2012 due to the possible contamination. All lots with sell by dates on or befo
Product: #701 Panini - California Turkey sandwich
Where it went: MI and OH only.
How much: 314

#426 08 oz Grilled Salmon w/Couscous 8 ounces

F-0192-2013 · Class II · reported 2012-10-24 · Terminated

Why it was recalled: During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub samples in zones 1, 2 & 3 are positive for Listeria Monocytogenes (L.M.), Listeria innocua (L.I.) or Listeria seeligeri (L.S.). The firm is voluntarily recalling all products manufactured from August 20th to September 10th 2012 due to the possible contamination. All lots with sell by dates on or befo
Product: #426 08 oz Grilled Salmon w/Couscous 8 ounces
Where it went: MI and OH only.
How much: 1407

#358 Savory Seasoning 5 pounds

F-0214-2013 · Class II · reported 2012-10-24 · Terminated

Why it was recalled: During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub samples in zones 1, 2 & 3 are positive for Listeria Monocytogenes (L.M.), Listeria innocua (L.I.) or Listeria seeligeri (L.S.). The firm is voluntarily recalling all products manufactured from August 20th to September 10th 2012 due to the possible contamination. All lots with sell by dates on or befo
Product: #358 Savory Seasoning 5 pounds
Where it went: MI and OH only.
How much: 51

#450 10 oz Garden Veggies 10 ounces

F-0177-2013 · Class II · reported 2012-10-24 · Terminated

Why it was recalled: During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub samples in zones 1, 2 & 3 are positive for Listeria Monocytogenes (L.M.), Listeria innocua (L.I.) or Listeria seeligeri (L.S.). The firm is voluntarily recalling all products manufactured from August 20th to September 10th 2012 due to the possible contamination. All lots with sell by dates on or befo
Product: #450 10 oz Garden Veggies 10 ounces
Where it went: MI and OH only.
How much: 360

#443 10 oz Roasted Potatoes with Dill 10 ounces

F-0183-2013 · Class II · reported 2012-10-24 · Terminated

Why it was recalled: During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub samples in zones 1, 2 & 3 are positive for Listeria Monocytogenes (L.M.), Listeria innocua (L.I.) or Listeria seeligeri (L.S.). The firm is voluntarily recalling all products manufactured from August 20th to September 10th 2012 due to the possible contamination. All lots with sell by dates on or befo
Product: #443 10 oz Roasted Potatoes with Dill 10 ounces
Where it went: MI and OH only.
How much: 481

#354 Bacon Potato - 8 count Pan 8 each

F-0217-2013 · Class II · reported 2012-10-24 · Terminated

Why it was recalled: During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub samples in zones 1, 2 & 3 are positive for Listeria Monocytogenes (L.M.), Listeria innocua (L.I.) or Listeria seeligeri (L.S.). The firm is voluntarily recalling all products manufactured from August 20th to September 10th 2012 due to the possible contamination. All lots with sell by dates on or befo
Product: #354 Bacon Potato - 8 count Pan 8 each
Where it went: MI and OH only.
How much: 128

#385 1/2 Asparagus Quiche 0.5 each

F-0203-2013 · Class II · reported 2012-10-24 · Terminated

Why it was recalled: During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub samples in zones 1, 2 & 3 are positive for Listeria Monocytogenes (L.M.), Listeria innocua (L.I.) or Listeria seeligeri (L.S.). The firm is voluntarily recalling all products manufactured from August 20th to September 10th 2012 due to the possible contamination. All lots with sell by dates on or befo
Product: #385 1/2 Asparagus Quiche 0.5 each
Where it went: MI and OH only.
How much: 664

#064 Fruit Cup: Cantaloupe Honeydew Water Straw 9 ounces

F-0268-2013 · Class II · reported 2012-10-24 · Terminated

Why it was recalled: During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub samples in zones 1, 2 & 3 are positive for Listeria Monocytogenes (L.M.), Listeria innocua (L.I.) or Listeria seeligeri (L.S.). The firm is voluntarily recalling all products manufactured from August 20th to September 10th 2012 due to the possible contamination. All lots with sell by dates on or before
Product: #064 Fruit Cup: Cantaloupe Honeydew Water Straw 9 ounces
Where it went: MI and OH only.
How much: 1269

#073 Fruit Cup: Cantalope Honeydew 15.8 ounces

F-0264-2013 · Class II · reported 2012-10-24 · Terminated

Why it was recalled: During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub samples in zones 1, 2 & 3 are positive for Listeria Monocytogenes (L.M.), Listeria innocua (L.I.) or Listeria seeligeri (L.S.). The firm is voluntarily recalling all products manufactured from August 20th to September 10th 2012 due to the possible contamination. All lots with sell by dates on or before
Product: #073 Fruit Cup: Cantalope Honeydew 15.8 ounces
Where it went: MI and OH only.
How much: 560

#335 Sunshine Salad 5 pounds

F-0230-2013 · Class II · reported 2012-10-24 · Terminated

Why it was recalled: During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub samples in zones 1, 2 & 3 are positive for Listeria Monocytogenes (L.M.), Listeria innocua (L.I.) or Listeria seeligeri (L.S.). The firm is voluntarily recalling all products manufactured from August 20th to September 10th 2012 due to the possible contamination. All lots with sell by dates on or befo
Product: #335 Sunshine Salad 5 pounds
Where it went: MI and OH only.
How much: 274

#745 Sandwich - Ham & Cheese sandwich

F-0163-2013 · Class II · reported 2012-10-24 · Terminated

Why it was recalled: During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub samples in zones 1, 2 & 3 are positive for Listeria Monocytogenes (L.M.), Listeria innocua (L.I.) or Listeria seeligeri (L.S.). The firm is voluntarily recalling all products manufactured from August 20th to September 10th 2012 due to the possible contamination. All lots with sell by dates on or befo
Product: #745 Sandwich - Ham & Cheese sandwich
Where it went: MI and OH only.
How much: 443

#312 Seafood Pasta Salad 312 5 pounds

F-0248-2013 · Class II · reported 2012-10-24 · Terminated

Why it was recalled: During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub samples in zones 1, 2 & 3 are positive for Listeria Monocytogenes (L.M.), Listeria innocua (L.I.) or Listeria seeligeri (L.S.). The firm is voluntarily recalling all products manufactured from August 20th to September 10th 2012 due to the possible contamination. All lots with sell by dates on or before
Product: #312 Seafood Pasta Salad 312 5 pounds
Where it went: MI and OH only.
How much: 79

#324 Baked Beans 5 pounds

F-0240-2013 · Class II · reported 2012-10-24 · Terminated

Why it was recalled: During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub samples in zones 1, 2 & 3 are positive for Listeria Monocytogenes (L.M.), Listeria innocua (L.I.) or Listeria seeligeri (L.S.). The firm is voluntarily recalling all products manufactured from August 20th to September 10th 2012 due to the possible contamination. All lots with sell by dates on or before
Product: #324 Baked Beans 5 pounds
Where it went: MI and OH only.
How much: 322

#070 Fruit Cup: Honeydew 15.8 ounces

F-0265-2013 · Class II · reported 2012-10-24 · Terminated

Why it was recalled: During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub samples in zones 1, 2 & 3 are positive for Listeria Monocytogenes (L.M.), Listeria innocua (L.I.) or Listeria seeligeri (L.S.). The firm is voluntarily recalling all products manufactured from August 20th to September 10th 2012 due to the possible contamination. All lots with sell by dates on or before
Product: #070 Fruit Cup: Honeydew 15.8 ounces
Where it went: MI and OH only.
How much: 383

#411 MME Chicken Parmesan No Meat each

F-0199-2013 · Class II · reported 2012-10-24 · Terminated

Why it was recalled: During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub samples in zones 1, 2 & 3 are positive for Listeria Monocytogenes (L.M.), Listeria innocua (L.I.) or Listeria seeligeri (L.S.). The firm is voluntarily recalling all products manufactured from August 20th to September 10th 2012 due to the possible contamination. All lots with sell by dates on or befo
Product: #411 MME Chicken Parmesan No Meat each
Where it went: MI and OH only.
How much: 48

#303 Red White & Bleu Potato Salad 5 pounds

F-0256-2013 · Class II · reported 2012-10-24 · Terminated

Why it was recalled: During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub samples in zones 1, 2 & 3 are positive for Listeria Monocytogenes (L.M.), Listeria innocua (L.I.) or Listeria seeligeri (L.S.). The firm is voluntarily recalling all products manufactured from August 20th to September 10th 2012 due to the possible contamination. All lots with sell by dates on or before
Product: #303 Red White & Bleu Potato Salad 5 pounds
Where it went: MI and OH only.
How much: 259

#427 10 oz Shepherd's Pie 10 ounces

F-0191-2013 · Class II · reported 2012-10-24 · Terminated

Why it was recalled: During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub samples in zones 1, 2 & 3 are positive for Listeria Monocytogenes (L.M.), Listeria innocua (L.I.) or Listeria seeligeri (L.S.). The firm is voluntarily recalling all products manufactured from August 20th to September 10th 2012 due to the possible contamination. All lots with sell by dates on or befo
Product: #427 10 oz Shepherd's Pie 10 ounces
Where it went: MI and OH only.
How much: 951

Pound Cake 12 ounces

F-0151-2013 · Class II · reported 2012-10-24 · Terminated

Why it was recalled: During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub samples in zones 1, 2 & 3 are positive for Listeria Monocytogenes (L.M.), Listeria innocua (L.I.) or Listeria seeligeri (L.S.). The firm is voluntarily recalling all products manufactured from August 20th to September 10th 2012 due to the possible contamination. All lots with sell by dates on or befo
Product: Pound Cake 12 ounces
Where it went: MI and OH only.
How much: 261

Showing the 30 most recent of 140. The rest are searchable at the FDA enforcement report database.

Read these counts with three things in mind

A firm with more recalls usually makes more products. A contract packer runs hundreds of lines. It will out-recall a company with one product whatever either does. This is not a safety ranking.

Most recalls here are voluntary. A firm found its own fault and pulled the stock. That is the system working. It lands in this database looking the same as a recall the FDA had to push for.

Terminated means the FDA considers the recall finished. It is not a verdict. It does not mean anyone was harmed.

Source: openFDA enforcement reports, retrieved 2026-08-05. FDA dataset last updated 2026-07-29.

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