Whole Foods Guacamole Recall Upgraded to FDA's Highest Risk Level
A recall of guacamole and pico de gallo dips sold at Whole Foods has been upgraded to the FDA's highest warning level over potential deadly bacterial contamination.
TL;DR
- Whole Foods has recalled guacamole and pico de gallo dips due to potential salmonella contamination.
- The FDA has classified the recall as Class I, its highest warning level.
- The contamination is linked to jalapenos sourced from Coast Citrus Distributors.
- Affected products were sold in 12 states with best-by dates between August 7 and August 16, 2026.
- No illnesses have been reported in connection with the Whole Foods recall, but a related multistate outbreak has caused 431 illnesses and 57 hospitalizations.
- Consumers are urged to discard or return the recalled products.