HIGH RISK Terminated F-1939-2012

NO LABEL. Sub sandwiches are prepared fresh - made to order - wrapped in paper and then a generic label applied. The scale label would only state 1/2 sub or whole sub and the price from the Publix Deli. Publix does not have a mechanism to track sub sandwiches prepared with fresh onions.

Recalled by Publix Super Markets, Inc.

Classification

Class I — Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.

Reason for Recall

On July 29, 2012 Publix Super Markets, Inc. issued a voluntary recall for custom made sub sandwiches that contain onions because they may be adulterated with Listeria monocytogenes. Publix received notification from their supplier, who receives sliced onions from Gills Onions LLC. This recall involves any custom made sub sandwich with onions sold from the Publix Deli department between July 7,

Product Details

Product Quantity
unknown
Product Type
Food
Code Info
None
Voluntary/Mandated
Voluntary: Firm initiated

Distribution & Geography

Distribution Pattern
US in AL, GA, TN and SC. FL stores are not involved with this recall.
Company Location
Lakeland, FL, 33815-3468

Timeline

Report Date
08/22/2012
Recall Initiated
07/26/2012
Classification Date
08/10/2012
Termination Date
08/17/2012

Source: U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) — FDA Recalls

Last updated: August 28, 2026

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