Quesito Colombiano Recall Lawsuit | 2026 Latest Updates

Quesito El Establo recalled all Spanish Cheese (Quesito Colombiano) made at its Salem, New Hampshire facility because of rodent activity and a possible Salmonella risk. FDA posted the company announcement on August 12, 2025. The cheese was sold in Hispanic and Latino stores in Massachusetts. Packages stamped AUG 22 2025 or earlier are included. Consumers should not eat it and may return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. FDA says the recall is completed and has terminated it, but gives no termination date. No illnesses have been reported, and no lawsuit has been filed over this cheese.

Latest Quesito Colombiano Recall Updates

August 12, 2025: Quesito El Establo Announces Recall

On August 12, 2025, Quesito El Establo announced a recall of its Quesito Colombiano cheese. FDA posted the notice that day [1]. Food Safety News reported the recall on August 14, 2025 [2].

Which Quesito Colombiano Are Affected?

The recall covers every unit of this cheese made in the Quesito El Establo facility. Check the cheese against these details:

• Code: AUG 22 2025 or earlier is stamped on the package.
• Size: each unit is about 1 lb., wrapped in plastic and placed in a Ziploc bag.
• Label: a blue sticker shows a cow, with “Quesito Colombiano” in yellow below it.
• Label text: “Spanish Cheese” at the top, with Quesito El Establo named as manufacturer.

The cheese was distributed in Massachusetts in Hispanic and Latino retail stores. The notice does not state a sale period, a price or a unit count.

Why Was Quesito Colombiano Recalled?

Quesito El Establo recalled the cheese because of rodent activity and other insanitary conditions. These were found during manufacturing and storage. The company said rodents bring numerous hazards, including the potential presence of Salmonella. The recall followed an FDA inspection where insanitary conditions were observed. The company has ceased production and distribution. FDA and the company continue their investigation. The notice describes the Salmonella risk as potential. It does not describe a confirmed contamination of the cheese. It names no illness linked to the cheese.

Reported Incidents, Injuries, or Illnesses

No illnesses have been reported to date, according to the FDA notice. The CDC says anyone can get a Salmonella infection, but some groups have a higher chance of serious illness [3]. The CDC lists children younger than 5 and adults 65 and older. It also lists adults 50 and older with underlying medical problems and people with a weakened immune system. In rare cases, FDA says, Salmonella can reach the bloodstream. It can then cause more severe illness, such as arterial infections, endocarditis and arthritis.

What Should Consumers Do?

Take these steps if you bought or ate Quesito Colombiano cheese made by Quesito El Establo:

1. Stop eating any Spanish Cheese (Quesito Colombiano) stamped AUG 22 2025 or earlier.
2. Return the cheese to the place of purchase, where the company says you can get a full refund.
3. Call Quesito El Establo at 617-842-0513, Monday through Saturday, 9:00am to 5:00pm EST, with questions.
4. Call FDA at 1-888-INFO-FDA (1-888-463-6332) to ask about the recall or to report a concern about the cheese.
5. See a doctor soon if you have fever, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting or abdominal pain after eating the cheese.
6. If you became ill, keep the package, label, receipt, photographs and records of your symptoms and care.

Legal Options

A person who became ill after eating the recalled cheese can ask a lawyer to review the facts and the medical records. A recall alone does not automatically establish liability or eligibility for compensation. No lawsuit names Quesito Colombiano, and no MDL exists.

Filing Deadlines

Filing deadlines for a legal claim come from state law, not from the FDA recall, and they apply to any claim about this cheese. How long a person has depends on where the reader lives, when the illness or injury happened and when it was diagnosed. Missing a deadline can end a claim even when the facts are strong, so a person should check with a lawyer promptly.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is There a Spanish Version of the Quesito Colombiano Recall Notice?

Yes, FDA also posted the Quesito Colombiano recall notice in Spanish. FDA posts a company’s recall announcement as a public service and does not endorse either the product or the company.

What Are the Symptoms of Salmonella Infection?

Healthy people with Salmonella infection often have fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain, says the FDA notice. Seek medical care if these symptoms follow a meal of the recalled cheese.

What Is Salmonella?

Salmonella is a group of bacteria, or germs, that can make people sick with an illness called salmonellosis, according to the CDC. Contaminated food is the source for most infections in the United States.

How Common Are Salmonella Infections in the United States?

Salmonella infections in the United States number about 1.35 million a year, according to CDC estimates. CDC also estimates that only 1 in every 30 Salmonella infections is diagnosed.

References

1. https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/quesito-el-establo-recalls-spanish-cheese-quesito-colombiano-because-possible-health-risk
2. https://www.foodsafetynews.com/2025/08/new-hampshire-company-recalls-spanish-cheese-because-of-salmonella/
3. https://www.cdc.gov/salmonella/about/index.html