FDA Issues Warning: Recalled Genova Tuna Accidentally Distributed to Nine States

Shoppers are being urged to steer clear of specific cans of Genova Yellowfin Tuna that were mistakenly distributed to stores across nine states, despite these products being recalled last year.

This recall is tied to an announcement made in February 2025 by Tri-Union Seafoods, which identified a manufacturing defect affecting the “easy open” pull-tab lids on certain cans. The defect poses a risk of the cans leaking or, even worse, becoming contaminated with Clostridium botulinum, a potentially deadly form of food poisoning, as stated in a recent announcement from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

Ingesting Clostridium botulinum bacteria can lead to botulism, a serious illness that affects the nervous system, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service. The FDA noted, “A third-party distributor inadvertently released quarantined product that was associated with a February 2025 recall.”

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The products are linked to a recall issued in February 2025 by Tri-Union Seafoods, which discovered a manufacturing defect affecting the “easy open” pull-tab lids on some cans. (U.S. Food and Drug Administration)

The affected tuna cans were distributed to major retailers, including Giant Food stores in Maryland and Virginia, as well as Meijer stores in Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, and Wisconsin. Additionally, they were sent to Safeway, Albertsons, Vons, and Pavilions locations in California, according to the FDA.

The recall specifically includes four-packs of five-ounce cans of Genova Yellowfin Tuna in Olive Oil, identified by the UPC number 4800073265. Cans marked with the code S84N D2L have a best-by date of January 21, 2028, while those labeled S84N D3L have a best-by date of January 24, 2028.

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“A third-party distributor inadvertently released quarantined product that was associated with a February 2025 recall,” the FDA noted. (U.S. Food and Drug Administration)

Also included in the recall are five-ounce cans of Genova Yellowfin Tuna in Extra Virgin Olive Oil with Sea Salt. These products carry the UPC number 4800013275, a can code of S88N D1M, and a best-by date of January 17, 2028.

The FDA has cautioned, “Consumers should not use the product even if it does not look or smell spoiled.” Those feeling unwell should seek immediate medical attention.

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Anyone who purchased the recalled tuna products is advised to throw them away or return them to the store for a refund. (U.S. Food and Drug Administration)

Consumers who have purchased the recalled tuna products are strongly advised to dispose of them or return them to the store for a refund. This announcement comes amid a wave of recent food recalls across the nation.

Suzanna’s Kitchen, based in Georgia, recently recalled approximately 13,720 pounds of ready-to-eat grilled chicken breast fillet products due to concerns of contamination with listeria monocytogenes.

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Fox News Digital’s Landon Mion and Bonny Chu contributed to this report.

Shoppers are being urged to steer clear of specific cans of Genova Yellowfin Tuna that were mistakenly distributed to stores across nine states, despite these products being recalled last year.

This recall is tied to an announcement made in February 2025 by Tri-Union Seafoods, which identified a manufacturing defect affecting the “easy open” pull-tab lids on certain cans. The defect poses a risk of the cans leaking or, even worse, becoming contaminated with Clostridium botulinum, a potentially deadly form of food poisoning, as stated in a recent announcement from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

Ingesting Clostridium botulinum bacteria can lead to botulism, a serious illness that affects the nervous system, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service. The FDA noted, “A third-party distributor inadvertently released quarantined product that was associated with a February 2025 recall.”

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The products are linked to a recall issued in February 2025 by Tri-Union Seafoods, which discovered a manufacturing defect affecting the “easy open” pull-tab lids on some cans. (U.S. Food and Drug Administration)

The affected tuna cans were distributed to major retailers, including Giant Food stores in Maryland and Virginia, as well as Meijer stores in Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, and Wisconsin. Additionally, they were sent to Safeway, Albertsons, Vons, and Pavilions locations in California, according to the FDA.

The recall specifically includes four-packs of five-ounce cans of Genova Yellowfin Tuna in Olive Oil, identified by the UPC number 4800073265. Cans marked with the code S84N D2L have a best-by date of January 21, 2028, while those labeled S84N D3L have a best-by date of January 24, 2028.

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“A third-party distributor inadvertently released quarantined product that was associated with a February 2025 recall,” the FDA noted. (U.S. Food and Drug Administration)

Also included in the recall are five-ounce cans of Genova Yellowfin Tuna in Extra Virgin Olive Oil with Sea Salt. These products carry the UPC number 4800013275, a can code of S88N D1M, and a best-by date of January 17, 2028.

The FDA has cautioned, “Consumers should not use the product even if it does not look or smell spoiled.” Those feeling unwell should seek immediate medical attention.

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Anyone who purchased the recalled tuna products is advised to throw them away or return them to the store for a refund. (U.S. Food and Drug Administration)

Consumers who have purchased the recalled tuna products are strongly advised to dispose of them or return them to the store for a refund. This announcement comes amid a wave of recent food recalls across the nation.

Suzanna’s Kitchen, based in Georgia, recently recalled approximately 13,720 pounds of ready-to-eat grilled chicken breast fillet products due to concerns of contamination with listeria monocytogenes.

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A nationwide recall of Spring & Mulberry date-sweetened chocolate has also expanded to include eight products over fears of salmonella contamination.

Fox News Digital’s Landon Mion and Bonny Chu contributed to this report.