Fresh Express Incorporated: Food Recall in 2012 - (Recall #: F-2131-2012)

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall detail below. You can also see other recalls from the same firm in 2012.

Data Source: FDA.

Product Description:

Fresh Express Hearts of Romaine Crunchy and Sweet 100% Hearts of Romaine Lettuce. 10 oz. plastic bag UPC 71279 26102. Fresh Express, Salinas, CA.

Product Classification:

Class I

Date Initiated: August 26, 2012

Date Posted: September 12, 2012

Recall Number: F-2131-2012

Event ID: 63003

Reason for Recall:

FDA IEH sample of Fresh Express Hearts of Romaine was found positive for Listeria Monocytogenes.

Status: Terminated

Product Quantity: unknown at this time

Code Information:

G222B3A; Use by August 23.

Distribution Pattern:

AL, AR, FL, GA, IL, IN, KY, LA, MD, MO, MS, NC, OH, PA, SC, TN, TX, VA, WV.

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated