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Class I, DangerousF-1848-2012

Diced Red Onions, 7oz, UPC 643550000412; Diced Red Onions, Oignons rouge frais, en des, 198 grams, UPC 643550000450. Diced Red Onions, 5lbs., "Gills Onions" Label, no UPC; Diced Red Onions, 5lbs, "Crossvalley" label, no UPC. Diced Red Onions, 5lbs, "Markon" label, no UPC. Diced Red Oninos, 5lbs, "Cisco" label, no UPC.

Recalled by Gills Onions, LLC on Jul 17, 2012

Reviewed by FoodRecallWatch Editorial Team · Updated

Recall Summary

Gills Onions, LLC recalled Diced Red Onions, 7oz, UPC 643550000412 in a Class I action — the FDA's most serious tier, reserved for products with a reasonable probability of causing serious health consequences or death on Jul 17, 2012.

The recall was triggered by possible Listeria contamination: "Gills Onions is recalling diced and slivered red and yellow onions and diced celery and onion mix because they may be contaminated by Listeria monocytogenes." Listeria monocytogenes can grow at refrigerator temperatures and is especially dangerous for pregnant people, newborns, older adults, and those with weakened immune systems.

Distribution was broad: the FDA record describes it as "Nationwide in the US and to Canada," which places this among the wider-reach recalls on the site. Consumers across the affected area should check product on hand. The recalling firm is based in Oxnard, CA. The recall covers 787,457 lbs total of product. The FDA has Terminated this recall (first reported Aug 15, 2012), its final lifecycle state, indicating the agency considers the corrective action resolved. The historical record remains useful for tracking a brand's recall pattern over time.

Reason for Recall

Gills Onions is recalling diced and slivered red and yellow onions and diced celery and onion mix because they may be contaminated by Listeria monocytogenes.

Product Description

Diced Red Onions, 7oz, UPC 643550000412; Diced Red Onions, Oignons rouge frais, en des, 198 grams, UPC 643550000450. Diced Red Onions, 5lbs., "Gills Onions" Label, no UPC; Diced Red Onions, 5lbs, "Crossvalley" label, no UPC. Diced Red Onions, 5lbs, "Markon" label, no UPC. Diced Red Oninos, 5lbs, "Cisco" label, no UPC.

Distribution

Nationwide in the US and to Canada

What Should You Do?

  • 1.Check your kitchen for this product immediately.
  • 2.Do not consume the recalled product.
  • 3.Return the product to where you bought it for a full refund, or throw it away.
  • 4.If you have experienced any health issues, contact your healthcare provider.

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Source: FDA Recalls, Market Withdrawals and Safety Alerts, 2026.