Quick Facts at a Glance
- Recall Date
- November 7, 2025
- Hazard Level
- HIGH
- Brand
- Costco
- Category
- Food & Beverages
- Sold At
- Multiple Retailers
- Geographic Scope
- Nationwide (50 states)
- At-Risk Groups
- GENERAL
What to Do Now
Use this page like a recall checklist: verify the product first, then act on the official remedy.
Immediate steps
- 1Stop using the product until you confirm whether it is included in the recall.
- 2Compare the product label, model number, UPC, color, size, and purchase location against the identifiers below.
- 3Follow the official remedy from FDA - Food Safety; save photos, receipts, labels, and correspondence before contacting the company.
- 4If the product could harm a child, older adult, pet, or patient, move it out of reach immediately.
Check these identifiers
- Brand
- Costco
- Product type
- Pre-packaged Chicken Sandwich with Caesar Salad
- Model numbers
- Sell By Dates between 10/17/25 and 11/9/25
- Sold at
- Multiple Retailers
- Where affected
- Nationwide
Recall Timeline
Key dates and source checks for this recall record.
Recall announced
November 7, 2025
Reported by FDA FOOD
December 10, 2025
RecallRadar source check
April 18, 2026
Consumer action
Use the official remedy and keep documentation.
Hazard Information
The 3oz. sealed packet of Caesar Dressing in Costco Chicken Sandwich w/ Caesar Salad may contain plastic material.
What You Should Do
Consumers who have purchased this product should not consume it. Contact Costco Wholesale Corporation for refund or replacement information. Notification method: Other
About This Product
Kirkland Signature Chicken Sandwich with Caesar Salad is a refrigerated, ready-to-eat sandwich sold under Costco’s Kirkland label. The meal includes a 3-ounce Caesar Dressing packet and is marketed as a lunch option.
Why This Is Dangerous
The 3-ounce Caesar Dressing packet in the sandwich may contain plastic material, which could pose a choking or ingestion hazard if opened or broken.
Industry Context
This recall is not currently described as part of a broader industry pattern.
Real-World Impact
The recall affects 612 units and may lead to waste and refunds. Consumers must discard the affected product or return it for a refund or replacement.
Practical Guidance
How to identify if yours is affected
- Identify the affected items by Item# 11444 for Chicken Sandwich with Caesar Salad in NY and PR and Item# 19927 Caesar Salad in listed states.
- Check Sell By Dates 10/17/25 through 11/9/25.
- Examine the 3-ounce Caesar Dressing packet for packaging issues.
Where to find product info
FDA recall notice H-0225-2026 and Costco recall page provide official guidance.
What timeline to expect
Refunds or replacements typically processed within 4-6 weeks after contact.
If the manufacturer is unresponsive
- File a complaint with Costco Customer Service and the FDA recall database.
- Contact your state attorney general if Costco is unresponsive within a reasonable period.
How to prevent similar issues
- When buying prepared foods, inspect packaging packaging integrity.
- Avoid products with dressing packets in the same packaging if you are unsure of quality controls.
- Keep receipts and record purchase details for refunds.
Documentation advice
Retain packaging, receipt, and recall notices. Document correspondence with Costco.
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Product Details
Item# 11444 Chicken Sandwich with Caesar Salad was distributed in NY and Puerto Rico. Item# 19927 Caesar Salad was distributed in AL, CT, DE, FL, GA, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NY, OH, OK, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, VA, VT, WV, WI, DC, and Puerto Rico. Sell By Dates for affected products range from 10/17/25 to 11/09/25. Quantity: 612 retail units. Note: Refrigerated, packaged in clear plastic clamshell containers. Contains a 3oz. sealed Caesar Dressing packet.
Reported Incidents
No injuries or incidents have been reported.
Key Facts
- Sell By Dates 10/17/25–11/9/25
- Item# 11444 Chicken Sandwich with Caesar Salad distributed in NY/PR
- Item# 19927 Caesar Salad distributed in AL, CT, DE, FL, GA, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN,
- NY, OH, OK, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, VA, VT, WV, WI, DC, PR
- Hazard: 3oz Caesar Dressing packet may contain plastic material
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