COSTCO shoppers have been issued an urgent recall warning after life-threatening bacteria was found inside a popular food item.
The FDA issued the recall notice on Saturday, noting that the issue impacts shoppers across 33 states.
Costco shoppers across 33 states could be impacted by the recall (stock)[/caption]
Western United Fish Company recalled the Kirkland Signature Brand Ahi Tuna Wasabi Poke Because of possible Listeria contamination[/caption]
It comes as a fish company that produces products for Costco‘s Kirkland brand, was told Listeria may have contaminated thousands of pounds of its food.
The Western United Fish Company dba Annasea Foods Group declared the recall after being notified that green onions it uses in its Kirkland products may contain this bacteria.
Listeria can trigger severe infections, especially among certain groups, and it can prove fatal, the FDA warned.
It is life-threatening to young children, frail or elderly people, and those with weakened immune systems.
In addition to this, Listeria can cause stillbirths and miscarriages in pregnant women.
For many, symptoms of an infection will be short-term and uncomfortable but not dangerous.
Signs of a Listeria infection include fever, diarrhea, stiffness and nausea.
“Western United Fish Company dba Annasea Foods Group of Kent, WA is recalling 3,314.7 lbs. of Kirkland Signature brand Ahi Tuna Wasabi Poke,” the FDA announced.
“This recall was initiated after being notified by our green onion supplier of a Listeria monocytogenes positive test result in the green onions which were used only in Ahi Tuna Wasabi Poke on 9/17/2025,” the fish company added.
“We are continuing to work with our green onion supplier to determine the root cause.”
Shoppers are urged to check the packaging of the products in their refrigerator for a number of details to see if it is part of the recall.
The recalled Tuna poke was sold with the sell-by date of 9/22/2025.
The pack date is 9/18/2025 and is packaged in a clear plastic clamshell box.
Shoppers will see the Kirkland Signature brand label on it which has the date details on it.
Full list of states where the Kirkland Signature brand Ahi Tuna Wasabi Poke has been recalled:
- Alabama
- Alaska
- Colorado
- Connecticut
- Delaware
- Florida
- Georgia
- Idaho
- Indiana
- Louisiana
- Maine
- Maryland
- Massachusetts
- Minnesota
- Mississippi
- Missouri
- Montana
- Nebraska
- New Hampshire
- New Jersey
- New Mexico
- New York
- North Carolina
- Ohio
- Oregon
- Pennsylvania
- South Carolina
- Tennessee
- Texas
- Utah
- Virginia
- Washington
- Wisconsin
Costco members pick up the tuna poke from the deli section.
At the time the recall was issued, there were no reports of any illnesses connected to the product.
Shoppers who find that they do have a recalled item must not eat it.
“Dispose of it immediately and visit your local Costco for a full refund,” the fish company said.
Those with questions about the recall can contact Wester United Fresh at (425) 558-7809, 7:00am – 3:30pm Pacific Time, Monday – Friday, or email info@annasea.com.
Meanwhile, a popular cookie brand has issued a recall after failing to declare deadly contaminents.
How to handle product recall
FOOD Safety experts insist that shoppers shouldn’t panic if they’re affected by a recall, as many are harmless.
However, consumers should take each warning seriously and follow the necessary steps to protect themselves.
Oftentimes, food manufacturers issue recalls as a precautionary measure, so there likely isn’t a foodborne illness hiding in your pantry.
However, even if the recall is merely a precaution, shoppers should always stay safe and not consume the affected items.
Experts advise people to keep a product closed if it hasn’t been opened, and never feed it to a pet or donate it to food banks.
Anyone who has handled or opened an affected item should wash their hands thoroughly with warm water and soap for 20 seconds.
Read the recall closely for specific instructions on how to get rid of the food item.
Typically, the brand will ask consumers to return the recalled product to the store where they purchased it for a full refund.
Sometimes shoppers will also be asked to throw it away so that no one else can eat it.
Source: FoodSafety.gov
