Costco Recalls Pre-Made Meal Kits Over Salmonella Concerns

The recall affects Meatloaf with Mashed Yukon Potatoes and Glaze products sold in 26 states and D.C.

Mar. 15, 2026 at 7:38pm

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Costco has issued a recall for its Kirkland Meatloaf with Mashed Yukon Potatoes and Glaze meal kits sold in warehouses across 26 states and Washington, D.C. from March 2 to March 13, 2026. The recall was prompted by an ingredient supplier's recall of a component used in the meatloaf, due to potential salmonella contamination. Costco advises customers not to consume the affected products and to return them to the warehouse for a full refund.

Why it matters

Salmonella infections can be serious and sometimes fatal, especially for young children, the elderly, and those with weakened immune systems. This recall highlights the importance of food safety and the need for vigilance in the supply chain to prevent the distribution of contaminated products that could pose a public health risk.

The details

The recalled Meatloaf with Mashed Yukon Potatoes and Glaze kits were sold at Costco warehouses in Alabama, Arizona, California, Colorado, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maryland, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, Nevada, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Utah, Virginia, and Wisconsin. Costco has not reported any injuries or illnesses related to the recalled products, but salmonella infections can cause diarrhea, fever, and stomach cramps, and may require medical treatment in severe cases.

  • The recalled products were sold between March 2 and March 13, 2026.

The players

Costco

A major wholesale retailer that operates membership warehouse clubs across the United States and other countries.

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What’s next

Customers who purchased the affected Meatloaf with Mashed Yukon Potatoes and Glaze kits should not consume them and should return the products to their local Costco warehouse for a full refund.

The takeaway

This recall underscores the importance of food safety and the need for robust quality control measures throughout the supply chain to protect public health. Consumers should be vigilant about checking for and responding to food safety recalls to avoid the risks of consuming contaminated products.