What happened
The presence of Listeria monocytogenes in the above products. Symptoms caused by this organism can be similar to flu and include high temperature, muscle ache or pain, chills, feeling or being sick and diarrhoea. However, in rare cases, the infection can be more severe, causing serious complications, such as meningitis. Some people are more vulnerable to Listeria infections, including those over 65 years of age, pregnant women and their unborn babies, babies less than one month old and people with weakened immune systems.
What to do
Check your fridge, freezer and pantry for the product described below, and compare the brand, size and product codes carefully. If you have it, don't eat it. Throw it away or return it to the store where you bought it for a refund. If you or someone in your home ate it and feels unwell, contact a doctor. If you have a food allergy, don't eat the product even if it looks and smells normal.
Recall details
- Recall date
- Jan 17, 2025
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Company
- Lidl Northern Ireland
- Type
- Product recall
- Reason
- The presence of Listeria monocytogenes in the above products. Symptoms caused by this organism can be similar to flu and include high temperature, muscle ache or pain, chills, feeling or being sick and diarrhoea. However, in rare cases, the infection can be more severe, causing serious complications, such as meningitis. Some people are more vulnerable to Listeria infections, including those over 65 years of age, pregnant women and their unborn babies, babies less than one month old and people with weakened immune systems.
- Product
- Deluxe Sriracha Cheddar Cheese Wedge; Deluxe Walnut Cheddar Cheese Wedge; Deluxe Oak Smoked Cheddar Cheese Wedge
- Where it was sold
- United Kingdom
- Status
- Updated
Source: UK Food Standards Agency. This page summarizes the official notice; the agency's notice is the authoritative version.