Stoltzfus Family Dairy Sour Cream and Onion Cheese Curds Recall Lawsuit | Do You Have a Case? (2026)

Stoltzfus Family Dairy LLC issued a voluntary recall of its Sour Cream and Onion Cheese Curds on May 7, 2026. The recall remains open. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration posted the company’s announcement the same day. The recall covers 8-ounce bags of the cheese curds. The bags carry Best By dates of 03/25/2026, 04/23/2026, 04/29/2026 and 05/06/2026, over possible Salmonella contamination from a recalled milk-powder ingredient. The product was sold only in New York, at grocery stores, gas stations and country stores. No illnesses have been reported to date. Consumers who have this product should not eat it and should return it or throw it away.

Latest Stoltzfus Family Dairy Sour Cream and Onion Cheese Curds Recall Updates

May 7, 2026: Stoltzfus Family Dairy Recalls Sour Cream and Onion Cheese Curds

Stoltzfus Family Dairy LLC recalled the cheese curds after tracing possible Salmonella contamination to a milk-powder ingredient used in the seasoning blend. The FDA posted the announcement on its recalls, market withdrawals and safety alerts list the same day. The affected bags carry four separate Best By dates. No later update, expansion or closure notice has been found for this recall.

Which Stoltzfus Family Dairy Sour Cream and Onion Cheese Curds Are Affected?

The recalled product is Stoltzfus Family Dairy Sour Cream and Onion Cheese Curds. It is sold under a single label, in 8-ounce bags, and identified only by its Best By date:

• Best By 03/25/2026
• Best By 04/23/2026
• Best By 04/29/2026
• Best By 05/06/2026

The FDA lists the cheese curds under its Food & Beverages regulated-product category, alongside the wider Salmonella investigation into the milk-powder ingredient. Consumers can find the Best By date printed on the front of the bag. No other Stoltzfus Family Dairy products are named in the recall notice, and these four dates are the only way to identify an affected bag.

Why Were the Stoltzfus Family Dairy Sour Cream and Onion Cheese Curds Recalled?

Stoltzfus Family Dairy recalled the cheese curds because of possible Salmonella contamination. The milk powder used in its Sour Cream and Onion seasoning blend may have carried the bacteria. The company traced the ingredient to a recall by California Dairies, Inc., listed in the FDA’s tracking table for the wider Salmonella investigation [1]. California Dairies had recalled bulk powdered milk and buttermilk on April 20, 2026, over the same Salmonella contamination concern that later reached Stoltzfus. Salmonella infections can be serious and sometimes fatal, especially for young children, older adults and people with weakened immune systems, according to the FDA. Stoltzfus Family Dairy said it identified the affected cheese curds made with the impacted ingredient. The company is working with retail partners and the FDA to remove the product from stores.

Reported Incidents, Injuries, or Illnesses

To date, no illnesses or injuries have been reported to Stoltzfus Family Dairy in connection with the recalled cheese curds. The company confirmed this in its FDA-posted announcement. That count was current as of the company’s May 7, 2026 announcement date. New York was the only state where the product was sold, per the same notice. The FDA lists this recall under its Foodborne Illness safety topic on its recalls page. Reports of illness are not proof that a specific product caused a case. Anyone who becomes sick after eating this product should tell a doctor about the possible Salmonella exposure and can also report it to the company or the FDA.

What Should Consumers Do?

Anyone who still has this recalled Stoltzfus Family Dairy product at home should take the following steps right away:

1. Do not eat the Sour Cream and Onion Cheese Curds, even if some of the package remains.
2. The company says affected stock is being destroyed or returned through its retail partners, so you do not need to return it yourself.
3. Watch for Salmonella symptoms for about a week after eating the product. Food Safety News described these as diarrhea, fever and stomach cramps in its coverage of this recall [2].
4. See a doctor if you develop these symptoms, especially if diarrhea or vomiting continues for more than two days, per the CDC [3].
5. Direct questions to Stoltzfus Family Dairy at (315) 829-4089, Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., or report a reaction to the FDA at 1-888-INFO-FDA (1-888-463-6332).

Other Recalls, Warnings, or International Actions

This recall is one of at least nine downstream actions tied to the same California Dairies, Inc. powdered-milk Salmonella recall, each affecting a different company’s product made with the recalled ingredient. Between April 28 and May 29, 2026, the FDA’s tracking table listed several downstream recalls. These included Ghirardelli powdered beverage mix, Zapp’s and Dirty potato chips, Pork King Good pork rinds, and several snack-mix and seasoning brands. Giant Eagle Ita Chips, Williams Sonoma popcorn seasoning, Blackstone Parmesan Ranch Seasoning and Motor City Pizza Co. cheese bread were also recalled from the same ingredient.

Frequently Asked Questions

What Are the Symptoms of Salmonella Poisoning?

Salmonella poisoning causes diarrhea, fever, cramps, nausea and vomiting, usually starting 12 to 72 hours after eating contaminated food. Most healthy adults recover in four to seven days. The CDC advises calling a doctor if diarrhea or vomiting lasts more than two days, or if a fever tops 102°F.

Is the Stoltzfus Family Dairy Recall Still Active?

Yes, the Stoltzfus Family Dairy recall was still active as of the FDA’s most recent tracking-table update, dated June 1, 2026. Check the FDA’s recall page for the latest status before assuming it has ended.

Do I Have a Legal Case If I Got Sick from Recalled Cheese Curds?

Whether you have a legal case after getting sick from the recalled cheese curds depends on your own facts, including when you ate the product and whether a doctor linked your illness to this recall’s Salmonella contamination. A free case review can help confirm whether you may qualify.

How Can I Contact the Company About This Recall?

You can contact the company about this recall by emailing vern@stoltzfudairy.com, the address given in its FDA-posted announcement. A phone line and the FDA’s toll-free reporting number are also available for anyone who would rather call.

Where Is Stoltzfus Family Dairy Located?

Stoltzfus Family Dairy is located in Vernon Center, New York, according to the FDA’s company announcement page for this recall. The company is a New York-based dairy producer, and the notice does not name any other manufacturing or distribution locations tied to this recall.

Were Any Other Products Recalled in the Same Salmonella Investigation?

Yes, at least ten other products were recalled after the same California Dairies powdered-milk contamination reached other food makers. These included Angel Specialty Products, Royal Gold, Boba Time, Fanale and Denda Specialty Beverages, made by SKS Copack and recalled May 22, 2026, per the FDA’s tracking table.

References

1. https://www.fda.gov/safety/major-product-recalls/2026-recalls-food-products-associated-powdered-milk-california-dairies-inc-due-potential-salmonella
2. https://www.foodsafetynews.com/2026/05/cheese-curds-recalled-because-of-salmonella-risk/
3. https://www.cdc.gov/salmonella/signs-symptoms/index.html