Trader Joe’s Issues Public Health Alert For Turkey Gobbler Wrap Due To Listeria Risk

Trader Joe’s public safety alert: quick summary

FSIS has issued a public health alert for Trader Joe’s Turkey Gobbler Wrap after concerns of possible contamination with Listeria monocytogenes: the kind of bacteria you definitely don’t want anywhere near your Thanksgiving table. While the product is no longer on store shelves, FSIS warns that some unlucky fridges might still be hiding it. The wraps, marked with a Best By date of September 16, 2025, should be tossed immediately; so if you’ve been hoarding them, it’s officially time to let go. Thankfully, no illnesses have been reported so far, but the message is clear: toss it, don’t taste it.

What happened?

On September 19, 2025, FSIS waved the red flag with a public health alert after WCD Kitchen – Minooka discovered Listeria monocytogenes lurking where no listeria should be: on food contact surfaces tied to Trader Joe’s Turkey Gobbler Wrap.

The wraps were shipped nationwide to Trader Joe’s stores, came in 10-oz clamshell packaging, and bore Establishment No. P-1644, and had a Best By date of September 16, 2025.

The good news: no confirmed cases of illness. The bad news: your fridge may still be hoarding this poultry problem child.

Affected products

Brand	Product	Size	UPC	Best By Date	Issue	Distribution
Trader Joe’s	Turkey Gobbler Wrap	10 oz	N/A	Sep 16, 2025	Listeria monocytogenes risk	Nationwide Trader Joe’s

What caused the issue?

The culprit is Listeria monocytogenes, a bacterium with the power to turn a casual lunch wrap into a full-on ER visit.

• Health risks: Can cause listeriosis, a serious infection.
• At-risk groups: Pregnant women, newborns, older adults, and anyone with a weakened immune system.
• Symptoms: Fever, muscle aches, headache, stiff neck, confusion, balance issues, convulsions, and sometimes GI upset.
• Victims: None confirmed—yet another reason to stay vigilant.

Questions you might have

1. Is this a recall?
   Nope; it’s a public health alert since the product is no longer on sale.
2. Can I still eat the wrap if it looks fine?
   Only if you enjoy gambling with bacteria. Toss it.
3. What’s the “Best By” date I should look for?
   September 16, 2025. Anything later is a safe turkey.
4. What does Listeria even do?
   Makes your body very unhappy—think fever, muscle pain, or worse.
5. Has anyone gotten sick?
   No confirmed cases. Let’s keep it that way.
6. How do I know if my wrap is affected?
   Look for Establishment ID P-1644 and that infamous Best By date.
7. Can I return it?
   Yes, or just throw it out. Your health > a sandwich.
8. Why wasn’t it recalled?
   Because it’s already past its sell-by. Retailers don’t have it anymore.
9. What if I already ate it?
   Monitor symptoms. If sick, see a doctor and mention possible Listeria.
10. Who can I contact?
    Trader Joe’s Customer Relations: 626-599-3817.

Here’s what you should do

• Do not consume the product.
• Check the Best By date: September 16, 2025.
• Look for the label: Establishment ID P-1644 inside the USDA mark.
• Contact details: Trader Joe’s Customer Relations: 626-599-3817.

Behind the brand

Trader Joe’s is a beloved U.S. grocery chain known for quirky, seasonal items and cult-favorite snacks. Sadly, this time their turkey wrap decided to go rogue. The wraps were made by WCD Kitchen – Minooka, not directly by Trader Joe’s.

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• Viva Raw recalls dog and cat food over Salmonella and Listeria contamination
• Sunshine Dairy recalls raw milk over Listeria contamination
• Kirkland Signature recalls Ahi Tuna Wasabi Poke over Listeria scare
• Haifa Smoked Fish recalls cold-smoked salmon and seabass due to Listeria contamination

“Food safety is not optional; it’s the backbone of trust between consumers and brands. Every public health alert is a reminder of why supply chain vigilance matters.” Eran Mizrahi, CEO of Source86

Ensuring safe eats

Food safety isn’t just about avoiding tummy troubles; it’s about protecting the most vulnerable consumers. Alerts like these remind the industry to double down on sanitation, quality checks, and transparency.

Consumers: double-check your fridges, ditch the wrap if you have it, and when in doubt, throw it out.

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