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Lucerne 2% Cottage Cheese 24 oz Recalled for Metal Fragments in 2026 Recall

Lucerne recalled 12,222 tubs of 2% cottage cheese sold at Albertsons stores after metal fragments were found in packaging. The object is a curled stainless steel spring and could end up in the product. Stop using the product and contact Albertsons Companies LLC for a refund or replacement.

Quick Facts at a Glance

Recall Date
March 16, 2026
Hazard Level
HIGH
Brand
Albertsons Companies
Category
Food & Beverages
Sold At
Multiple Retailers
Geographic Scope
4 states
At-Risk Groups
GENERAL

Hazard Information

Metal fragments. The potential foreign object is a hard, metal (stainless steel), curled spring. Dimensions of a similar spring measure 2.27mm in cross-sectional thickness and 25.38mm in coil width. Spring ends are not sharp but may be sharp if broken/ cut.

What You Should Do

Consumers who have purchased this product should not consume it. Contact Albertsons Companies LLC for refund or replacement information. Notification method: Two or more of the following: Email, Fax, Letter, Press Release, Telephone, Visit

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About This Product

Lucerne 2% Cottage Cheese is a dairy product sold in 24-ounce tubs and typically used as a snack or ingredient in recipes. This recall specifically involves the 2% Small Curd variety with a Best Before date of March 31, 2026.

Why This Is Dangerous

A curled stainless steel spring could be present in the cup as a foreign object. If ingested or contacted, it could cause injury. The defect is isolated to this batch and packaging described in the recall notice.

Industry Context

This recall is not described as part of a broader industry pattern. It is a standalone Class II recall related to a foreign-object contamination.

Real-World Impact

Households in five Western states may be affected. Consumers should stop using the product and seek refunds or replacements.

Practical Guidance

How to identify if yours is affected

  1. Locate the UPC on the tub: 021130076628.
  2. Check the Best Before date: MAR 31 2026.
  3. If both match, set the tub aside from other products.
  4. Contact Albertsons Companies LLC for refund or replacement instructions.
  5. Dispose of the product according to local guidelines after notifying the retailer.

Where to find product info

Recall notice is listed on the FDA enforcement page for H-0630-2026 and through Albertsons recall communications.

What timeline to expect

Refunds or replacements typically process within 4-6 weeks after remedy submission.

If the manufacturer is unresponsive

  • File a complaint with consumer protection agencies if the retailer is unresponsive.
  • Consider contacting the FDA/CPSC for escalation and documentation.

How to prevent similar issues

  • Always check UPC and best-before dates before buying dairy products.
  • Inspect packaging for tampering or abnormal seals before purchase.
  • Prefer refrigerated dairy products from reputable retailers and check for recall notices online.

Documentation advice

Keep the original packaging, UPC, date code, and any correspondence with the retailer. Take photos of cartons and UPCs for your records.

Product Details

UPC: 0 21130 07662 8. Product: Lucerne 2% Cottage Cheese, Small Curd, 24 oz. Packaging: plastic cup with foil lid and clear plastic lid; distribution in 6-pack cases. Sold in AK, ID, CA, OR, WA. Estimated quantity: 12,222 tubs. Best Before: MAR 31 2026.

Reported Incidents

No injuries or incidents have been reported.

Key Facts

  • 12,222 tubs recalled
  • UPC 021130076628
  • Best Before MAR 31 2026
  • Distributed in AK, ID, CA, OR, WA
  • Remedy: refund or replacement via Albertsons Companies LLC
  • Product: Lucerne 2% Cottage Cheese, 24 oz Small Curd

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Safety Assessment

Risk LevelHIGH
Severity Score
8/ 10
Affected Groups
GENERAL
Injury Types
LACERATION

Product Classification

Product Details

Model Numbers
BEST BEFORE MAR 31 2026.
Affected States
AK, ID, CA, WA
Report Date
April 1, 2026
Source Agency
FDA - Food Safety
Recall Status
ACTIVE

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