Endico Peas and Carrots Recall Lawsuit | 2026 Latest Updates

Endico Potatoes Inc. recalled Endico brand Peas and Carrots and Mixed Vegetables in 2.5 lb bags because of possible Listeria contamination. The company announced the recall on September 3, 2025, and the FDA posted it the next day. The affected lots are 110625 for Peas and Carrots and 170625 for Mixed Vegetables. Listeria can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Consumers should not eat the products and should return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. The FDA recall page says the recall has been completed and the FDA has terminated it.

Latest Endico Peas and Carrots Recall Updates

November 5, 2025: FDA Terminates the Recall

The FDA terminated the recall of Endico Potatoes Inc.’s two frozen vegetable products, both in 2.5 lb bags, on November 5, 2025. The recall status in the FDA enforcement report is listed as Terminated [1]. The report also lists the recall under FDA event ID 97541. It describes the recall as voluntary and firm initiated. It names the company as the recalling firm.

September 18, 2025: FDA Classifies the Recall as Class I

The FDA classified the recall of both Endico frozen vegetable products as Class I on September 18, 2025. The classification came after the company’s announcement, which the FDA had already posted. The enforcement report lists a separate recall entry for each product. Peas and Carrots is H-0618-2025 and Mixed Vegetables is H-0617-2025. Both product entries carry the same classification date.

September 4, 2025: FDA Publishes the Recall Announcement

The FDA published the company announcement of the Endico recall on its recalls page on September 4, 2025 [2]. The announcement named both frozen vegetable products as the recalled items. The FDA posts a company’s announcement as a public service. It says it does not endorse either the product or the company. The announcement came one day after the company announced the recall.

September 3, 2025: Endico Announces the Recall

Endico Potatoes Inc. of Mount Vernon, NY, announced a voluntary recall of two frozen vegetable products on September 3, 2025. The FDA enforcement report lists the recall initiation date as the same day. The two products were Endico Peas and Carrots and Endico Mixed Vegetables. The company said it had ceased distribution. It added that the FDA and the company continue to investigate what caused the problem.

Which Endico Peas and Carrots Are Affected?

The FDA notice covers two Endico brand frozen vegetable products in 2.5 lb bags, listed by lot code and date:

• Endico Peas and Carrots: lot 110625, produced 6/11/25, use by 6/10/27
• Endico Mixed Vegetables: lot 170625, produced 6/17/25, use by 6/16/27

The notice applies to bags with these lot codes, which are printed on the side of the bag. It says the bags went to NY, NJ, PA, CT, MD, DC and FL through local distributors between 7/18/25 and 8/4/25. A separate page covers the Endico mixed vegetables recall in more detail. The enforcement report data lists 335 cases of Peas and Carrots and 280 cases of Mixed Vegetables.

Why Were Endico Peas and Carrots Recalled?

Endico Peas and Carrots, along with Endico Mixed Vegetables, were recalled because they have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria. The company says the recall followed sampling by the state of Pennsylvania at one of its distributors. According to the company, that sampling found the finished products tested positive for Listeria. This is the company’s statement in the announcement the FDA posted. It is not an FDA finding. The FDA’s Listeria page says Listeria is a type of disease-causing bacteria found in many places, including soil, water, sewage, rotting vegetation and animals [3]. It says the bacteria can survive and grow even under refrigeration.

Reported Incidents, Injuries, or Illnesses

The company announcement states that no illnesses have been reported to date. The company tied the recall to state sampling rather than to a reported illness. Reports of illness are not proof that a product caused them. The notice still describes what a Listeria infection can involve. Healthy people may suffer only short-term symptoms such as high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea. The notice also adds that Listeria infection can cause miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women. These are examples of what infection can involve, and the notice ties none of them to a reported case.

What Should Consumers Do?

If you have Endico brand frozen vegetables at home, take these steps:

1. Compare the lot code on any Endico 2.5 lb bag you have at home with the recalled lots from the notice.
2. Do not eat the products from those lots.
3. Take the products back to where you bought them for a full refund.
4. Call Endico Potatoes Inc. at 1-800-431-1398 with questions. To reach the FDA, call 888-SAFEFOOD (888-723-3366), a number the FDA’s Listeria page gives. The FDA’s problem reporting page explains how to report a problem [4].
5. If you ate a recalled product and notice symptoms that resemble listeriosis, such as fever, nausea or diarrhea, contact your healthcare provider immediately.

Frequently Asked Questions

What Are the Symptoms of Listeria Infection?

The symptoms of Listeria infection can be mild, according to the FDA. Fever, muscle aches, vomiting and diarrhea often last 1 to 3 days. The severe invasive form can bring headache, stiff neck, confusion, loss of balance and convulsions.

Who Is at Higher Risk from Listeria?

People at higher risk from Listeria include pregnant women and their unborn or newborn babies. Adults over age 65 and people with weakened immune systems are also higher-risk groups, according to the FDA.

Does Freezing Kill Listeria?

Freezing does not kill Listeria, according to the FDA. Unlike most bacteria, Listeria can grow at refrigeration temperatures, and freezing will not eliminate or reduce the pathogen. The recall notice tells consumers not to consume the products.

How Should I Clean My Kitchen After a Listeria Recall?

To clean a kitchen after a Listeria recall, the FDA advises wiping up refrigerator spills and cleaning the refrigerator regularly. It says to wash cutting boards, countertops and utensils that may have contacted contaminated foods, then sanitize them with one tablespoon of chlorine bleach in one gallon of water.

Is There an FDA Email Alert for the Endico Frozen Vegetable Recall?

Yes, there is an FDA email alert for the Endico frozen vegetable recall. The FDA sent the bulletin on September 5, 2025, after it posted the company announcement. The bulletin title describes the recall as due to a possible health risk.

What Should Pregnant Women Do About Listeria Symptoms?

Pregnant women with Listeria symptoms should seek medical care immediately and tell their health care provider what they ate, according to the FDA. In pregnancy, the infection can lead to premature delivery or a life-threatening infection of the newborn.

References

1. https://api.fda.gov/food/enforcement.json?search=recalling_firm:%22Endico%22&limit=10
2. https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/endico-potatoes-inc-recalls-25lb-bags-frozen-peas-and-carrots-and-mixed-vegetables-because-possible
3. https://www.fda.gov/food/foodborne-pathogens/listeria-listeriosis
4. https://www.fda.gov/safety/report-problem-fda