Published by Next Review: July 2, 2026
Table Of Contents
- Key Facts
- Latest News & Updates
- What Is Motor City Pizza Co. 5 Cheese Bread?
- Reported Risks or Injuries
- How Does the Problem Occur?
- Who May Be Affected?
- Who May Be Liable?
- Do I Qualify?
- Important Legal Actions or Recalls
- Potential Compensation
- Legal Process Overview
- Frequently Asked Questions
- References
Key Facts
- Champion Foods LLC announced the recall on May 29, 2026.
- The FDA published the company announcement on June 1, 2026.
- The recall involves Motor City Pizza Co. 5 Cheese Bread Single Packs and 2 Packs.
- The recall was issued because of possible Salmonella contamination.
- The concern is tied to California Dairies, Inc. milk powder used in a seasoning blend.
- No illnesses or injuries had been reported to Champion Foods or its suppliers at the time of the announcement.
Latest News & Updates
June 2026
The FDA published Champion Foods LLC’s recall of certain Motor City Pizza Co. 5 Cheese Bread products because they may be contaminated with Salmonella. The affected products include single packs with UPC 8 70375 00511 1 and 2 packs with UPC 8 70375 00509 8, each with specific sell-by dates listed in the recall notice [1].
What Is Motor City Pizza Co. 5 Cheese Bread?
Motor City Pizza Co. 5 Cheese Bread is a frozen cheese bread product sold in single-pack and two-pack formats. The recalled products were distributed nationwide through retailers including Costco, Walmart, Kroger, Target, Publix, Meijer, Jewel, Schnucks, Grocery Outlet, and other grocery distributors.
The single-pack product has UPC 8 70375 00511 1. The two-pack product has UPC 8 70375 00509 8. The sell-by date is printed in black inside the cheese bread image on the front of the pizza packaging.
Reported Risks or Injuries
- Possible Salmonella exposure
- Fever, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain
- Bloody diarrhea in some cases
- Severe infection risks for young children, older adults, and immunocompromised people
- Possible bloodstream infection or other complications in rare cases
How Does the Problem Occur?
The potential contamination issue traces to recalled milk powder supplied to a third-party manufacturer that makes a seasoning blend used in the product’s 5 cheese sauce blend. Champion Foods stated that routine testing by the seasoning blend manufacturer was negative for Salmonella before use, but the company issued the recall out of caution.
Consumers may be exposed if they prepare and eat recalled cheese bread before learning about the recall. Frozen products can remain in home freezers for months, making it important to check packaging before consumption.
Who May Be Affected?
- Consumers who purchased recalled Motor City Pizza Co. 5 Cheese Bread
- People who ate affected single-pack or two-pack products
- Households with children, older adults, pregnant people, or immunocompromised family members
Who May Be Liable?
- Food manufacturers involved in producing or packaging the recalled cheese bread
- Ingredient or seasoning suppliers connected to the recalled milk powder
- Distributors or retailers, where legally applicable
- Other supply-chain parties, if supported by the evidence
Do I Qualify?
- Did you purchase Motor City Pizza Co. 5 Cheese Bread?
- Does the package show UPC 8 70375 00511 1 or 8 70375 00509 8?
- Does the package have one of the recalled sell-by dates?
- Did you or a family member eat the recalled product?
- Did anyone develop symptoms consistent with Salmonella infection?
- Do you still have the package, receipt, photos, medical records, or lab results?
Important Legal Actions or Recalls
| Event | Year | Type | Status | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Motor City Pizza Co. 5 Cheese Bread Recall | 2026 | FDA-Posted Company Recall | Active | Single and two-pack products recalled due to possible Salmonella contamination |
Potential Compensation
- Medical bills and testing costs
- Lost wages or missed work
- Pain and suffering
- Hospitalization or follow-up care costs
- Wrongful death damages in severe cases
Results vary. Past outcomes do not guarantee future results.
Legal Process Overview
- Consultation: A legal team reviews the product, symptoms, and purchase details.
- Investigation: Packaging, sell-by dates, receipts, medical records, and lab results are gathered.
- Filing: A claim may be filed if the evidence supports liability and damages.
- Discovery: The parties exchange evidence about ingredients, suppliers, testing, and illness records.
- Resolution: The claim may resolve through settlement or further litigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What Motor City Pizza Co. product was recalled?
A: The recall involves Motor City Pizza Co. 5 Cheese Bread Single Packs and 2 Packs with specific UPCs and sell-by dates.
Q: Why was Motor City cheese bread recalled?
A: It was recalled because a seasoning ingredient may contain milk powder linked to possible Salmonella contamination.
Q: Were any illnesses reported?
A: No illnesses or injuries had been reported to Champion Foods or its suppliers at the time of the recall announcement.
Q: Where was the recalled cheese bread sold?
A: The recalled products were distributed nationwide at retailers including Costco, Walmart, Kroger, Target, Publix, Meijer, Jewel, and others.
Q: What should consumers do now?
A: Consumers should not eat recalled products and should contact Champion Foods for more information.
Q: Can I file a lawsuit if I got sick?
A: You may have a claim if you ate recalled cheese bread and suffered a documented Salmonella-related illness or financial loss.
References
- https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/champion-foods-recalls-some-batches-motor-city-pizza-co-5-cheese-bread-because-possible-health-risk
- https://www.cdc.gov/salmonella/signs-symptoms/index.html
- https://www.fda.gov/food/foodborne-pathogens/salmonella-salmonellosis