Urgent Costco Recall List 2025: Check Your Food, Appliances & More
Heads up, Costco shoppers. Several important product recalls have been announced in 2025, affecting a wide range of items from food and drinks to household appliances. These recalls address critical safety concerns, including potential bacterial contamination and fire hazards.
We've compiled the key information you need to check your recent purchases and keep your family safe.
1. Major Product Recalls by Category
Here is a breakdown of the most significant recalls from the first half of 2025, organized by product type.
1.1. Food and Beverage Recalls
Topo Chico Mineral Water
- Reason for Recall: Potential contamination with Pseudomonas aeruginosa bacteria.
- Details: In June 2025, Coca-Cola recalled 18-packs of 16.9 oz glass bottles of Topo Chico Mineral Water. This recall applies to select Costco locations in Texas and Louisiana. The affected products have the lot code #13A2541 and were sold between May 20-29, 2025.
- What to Do: Do not drink the water. Return it to Costco for a full refund.
Fresh & Ready Foods Sandwiches and Salads
- Reason for Recall: Potential contamination with Listeria.
- Details: This May 2025 recall affected multiple ready-to-eat products sold at Costco warehouses in Arizona, California, Nevada, and Washington. The recall was issued after at least 10 illnesses were reported. Please check your fridge for the following items:
| Product | Item Number | Best-By Date |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey Bacon Club Sandwich | 1651757 | May 11, 2025 |
| Turkey and Cheese Sandwich | 1013849 | May 11, 2025 |
| Garlic Pesto Salad | 1913844 | May 11, 2025 |
| Ham and Cheese Sandwich | 1013852 | May 11, 2025 |
| Turkey and Cheese Croissant | 1651759 | May 11, 2025 |
| Egg Salad Sandwich | 1653781 | May 11, 2025 |
- What to Do: Dispose of the products immediately and return the packaging or your receipt to Costco for a full refund.
Chomps Original Beef Sticks
- Reason for Recall: Potential contamination with metal fragments.
- Details: In March 2025, Chomps recalled its 12-count pouches of Original Beef Sticks. The affected pouches have lot codes 25016, 25017, 25018, 25020, or 25021. The recall impacted 22 states.
- What to Do: Do not consume the beef sticks. Return them to Costco for a full refund.
Canned Tuna Products
- Reason for Recall: Defective "easy open" lids that could lead to botulism contamination.
- Details: A major recall in February 2025 involved select Genova brand canned tuna products sold at Costco and other retailers across 26 states. The lids may not have sealed properly, creating a serious health risk.
- What to Do: Check your pantry for any recalled tuna and return it to the store for a refund.
San Juan Salsa Products
- Reason for Recall: Potential contamination with wood fragments found in the cilantro ingredient.
- Details: This April 2025 recall included Costco's 32-ounce Medium Salsa with best-before dates between February 27 and May 22, 2025.
- What to Do: Do not eat the salsa. Return it to Costco for a full refund.
1.2. Household Products and Appliances
LG Electric Ovens
- Reason for Recall: A serious fire hazard. The front-mounted knobs can be accidentally turned on, which has led to at least 28 fires and multiple injuries.
- Details: Approximately 500,000 LG electric ovens sold between 2015 and January 2025 are affected. Costco was one of the major retailers that sold these appliances.
- What to Do: Contact LG for a free repair or replacement. Do not leave flammable items on or near the stovetop.
Igloo 90-Qt Coolers
- Reason for Recall: The cooler handles can cause serious injuries, including fingertip amputations and bone fractures.
- Details: Over 1.2 million Igloo coolers sold between January 2019 and January 2025 are part of this recall. The recall was issued after 12 injuries were reported.
- What to Do: Contact Igloo for a free repair kit that resolves the handle issue.
Kirkland Signature Cold & Flu Medicine
- Reason for Recall: Possible contamination with foreign matter.
- Details: Costco recalled its "Kirkland Signature Severe Cold & Flu Plus Congestion" tablets in January 2025. The recall is for packages with lot code P140082 sold between October 30 and November 30, 2024.
- What to Do: Stop using the medicine and return it to Costco for a full refund.
2. A Look at the Safety Risks
Food contamination was the most common reason for recalls in the first half of 2025. This highlights ongoing challenges in supply chain safety, while recalls of appliances and household goods point to risks related to product design and manufacturing.
3. Geographic Impact of Recalls
While some recalls were nationwide, others were concentrated in specific regions.
| Region | Most Affected Products | Primary Concerns |
|---|---|---|
| Texas & Louisiana | Topo Chico Mineral Water | Bacterial contamination |
| West Coast | Fresh & Ready Foods | Listeria outbreak |
| Southeast | Kirkland Smoked Salmon | Listeria contamination |
| Nationwide | LG Ovens, Igloo Coolers | Fire/injury hazards |
4. What You Should Do If You Have a Recalled Product
If you think you may have purchased one of these items, follow these steps.
4.1. Immediate Steps
- Check Your Purchases: Review your recent receipts or your Costco.com account history to see if you bought a recalled item.
- Verify Product Details: Carefully compare lot numbers, model numbers, and best-by dates on your product with the information in the recall notice.
- Stop Using the Product: As soon as you confirm an item is part of a recall, stop using or consuming it immediately.
- Return for a Refund: Costco has a customer-friendly return policy for recalled items and will typically provide a full refund, even without a receipt.
4.2. Staying Informed in the Long Term
- Sign up for email alerts from the FDA (for food and drugs) and the CPSC (for consumer products).
- Regularly check Costco's official recall page at costco.com/recalls.html.
- Monitor the Consumer Product Safety Commission’s database at SaferProducts.gov.
5. How Costco Is Responding
Costco is known for its customer-first approach and has managed these recalls by offering full refunds and cooperating with federal agencies. For members, Costco provides:
- A no-questions-asked return policy for recalled products.
- Full refunds or appropriate replacements.
- Free repair kits for certain products, like the Igloo coolers.
- Direct customer service support at any warehouse location.
6. Preventing Future Issues and Staying Alert
Industry experts suggest that the high number of recalls reflects better detection systems and more proactive safety monitoring—which is ultimately good for consumers. To stay ahead of future recalls, you can:
- Register your appliances and other major purchases with the manufacturer to receive direct notifications.
- Follow Costco's official social media channels for immediate alerts.
- Download the CPSC Product Safety mobile app for real-time updates.
While recalls can be inconvenient, they are a critical part of a system designed to protect you. By staying informed, you can ensure the products in your home are safe.