Whole Foods Spicy Guacamole Dip Recall: What To Do

The wfm purchasing recall is a Class I food safety action announced by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. WFM Purchasing, LP recalled Whole Foods Spicy Guacamole Dip on August 26, 2026. The recall carries the number H-1252-2026. The concern is Salmonella contamination linked to jalapenos used in the product. Class I is the FDA’s most serious category. It means there is a reasonable probability that eating the product could cause serious health problems or death. If you bought refrigerated guacamole dip at Whole Foods, this notice matters to you.

What the Wfm Purchasing Recall Covers

The wfm purchasing recall covers Whole Foods Spicy Guacamole Dip, labeled “Keep Refrigerated.” The product was packed in various sized clear plastic containers. Each container was weighed in store. A finished product label was then applied to the package. That means weights and prices vary from container to container.

Identification depends on the PLU codes. Three PLU codes are covered by this action. They are 21212000000, 21211900000, and 25138200000. The codes appear under the label bar code. For example, you can check a saved container or a receipt photo. In most cases, the PLU is the fastest way to confirm a match.

The FDA record lists 12,995 units in the recall scope. The product was packed for Whole Foods. The recall was issued under the company name WFM Purchasing, LP. That entity handles purchasing for the Whole Foods Market grocery chain. As a result, shoppers may recognize the store name more readily than the recalling firm’s legal name.

The agency record does not list every store or every sale date in the summary above. However, the official notice linked on this page is the authoritative source for distribution details. Check it before assuming your container is safe or unsafe. If the label is gone and you cannot verify the PLU, treat the product with caution.

The Hazard and Reported Injuries

The hazard in the wfm purchasing recall is Salmonella. According to the FDA record, salsa and guacamole products were made with jalapenos that may be contaminated. Salmonella is a bacterium that causes foodborne illness. It does not always change the smell, taste, or look of food. That is part of why contaminated dip can be hard to spot at home.

Typical Salmonella symptoms include diarrhea, fever, and abdominal cramps. Symptoms often begin within six hours to six days after exposure. Most healthy adults recover within about a week. However, some infections become severe. The bacteria can spread from the intestines into the bloodstream. That can require hospitalization and intravenous treatment.

Certain groups face higher risk. Young children, adults over 65, pregnant people, and those with weakened immune systems are more vulnerable. For example, a person on chemotherapy may face a much harder course of illness. Anyone with severe symptoms should contact a medical provider promptly. Bloody stool, high fever, or signs of dehydration warrant urgent care.

Whether injuries have been reported in connection with this recall is not stated in the agency record. This guide does not claim illnesses occurred, and it does not claim none occurred. The Class I classification reflects the potential for serious harm, not a confirmed injury count. Readers should rely on the official notice for any updates on illness reports.

What To Do If You Own This Product

Stop eating the product first. Do not taste a small amount to check it. Salmonella exposure can occur from a very small serving. Keep the container sealed and away from other foods in your refrigerator. Cross-contamination inside a fridge is a real risk with fresh dips.

Next, identify the product carefully. Look under the bar code on the applied label. Compare the number to the three PLU codes listed in this wfm purchasing recall. If any of the three match, your container is covered. If the label has been removed, you cannot confirm the code visually.

The remedy instructions for this action are not restated here. The agency record for this recall contains remedy text that does not match the product, so this guide withholds it. Follow the instructions in the official notice linked on this page instead. That notice is the controlling source for what to do with an affected container. Do not rely on secondhand summaries elsewhere online.

Clean any surface the dip touched. Wash bowls, utensils, and counters with hot soapy water. Wash your hands afterward as well. If you or a family member ate the product and feel ill, contact a healthcare provider. Keep the container, the label, and your receipt if you can. Those items may matter later for both public health tracking and any potential claim.

Does a Wfm Purchasing Recall Mean You Can Sue?

A recall is not a lawsuit. That distinction matters, and it is often misunderstood. A recall is a safety action taken by a company, sometimes with agency oversight. It is designed to remove a risky product from the market. The wfm purchasing recall does not by itself create a legal claim for anyone.

In most cases, a personal injury claim requires more than a defective product. You generally need an actual injury. You also need causation, meaning proof that the product caused that injury. For a Salmonella case, that often involves medical records, stool culture results, and purchase evidence. Public health investigators sometimes match a patient’s bacterial strain to an outbreak strain.

Because of that evidence requirement, documentation is important. Keep medical records, pharmacy receipts, and any lab test results. Save proof of purchase and photos of the label. Note the dates you ate the product and when symptoms began. Typically, these details determine whether a claim is viable.

This guide does not verify that any lawsuit exists over this wfm purchasing recall. It also does not promise compensation to anyone. If you became ill after eating a covered product, you may be eligible to pursue a claim. A licensed attorney in your state can review your facts and explain your options. Deadlines for filing vary by state, so do not wait indefinitely.

How Recalls Connect to Mass Tort Cases

Recalls and mass torts are separate, but they often intersect. A recall notice creates a dated public record. It documents what the company knew and when it acted. As a result, plaintiffs’ lawyers frequently use recall records as evidence in later litigation. The notice can help establish that a defect or contamination existed.

History shows this pattern clearly. The Philips CPAP recall of 2021 involved sound abatement foam that could degrade. Thousands of claims followed, and they were consolidated into multidistrict litigation. Takata airbag inflators were recalled across tens of millions of vehicles. That recall campaign ran alongside years of injury claims and settlements.

However, a recall does not guarantee that litigation will follow. Many recalls resolve quietly with refunds, replacements, or disposal instructions. Most people who receive a recalled product are never harmed by it. The wfm purchasing recall may never produce a single lawsuit. Readers should treat it as a safety notice first and a legal question second.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know if my guacamole is part of the wfm purchasing recall?

Check the PLU code under the bar code on the applied label. The covered codes are 21212000000, 21211900000, and 25138200000. If your container shows one of those codes, it is included in the recall.

Can I cook the dip to kill the Salmonella?

Do not try that. Guacamole is a refrigerated fresh product and is not intended to be heated. Follow the instructions in the official notice linked on this page instead of improvising at home.

Does the wfm purchasing recall mean people got sick?

The agency record does not state whether injuries were reported. Class I means the potential for serious harm exists, not that harm has been confirmed. Check the official FDA notice for the most current information.

Were You Injured by a Recalled Product?

A recall by itself is a safety action, not a legal claim. However, if a recalled product caused a real injury, you may be eligible to pursue compensation. A licensed attorney can review your situation at no upfront cost — most work on contingency, meaning you pay nothing unless you recover.

Official Sources & Resources

Verify every recall against the issuing agency before acting:

• U.S. Food and Drug Administration: official recall database — the record of truth for this notice
• CPSC: cpsc.gov — household goods, toys, furniture, appliances
• FDA: fda.gov — food, drugs, and medical devices
• NHTSA: nhtsa.gov — vehicles, tires, and child car seats
• USDA FSIS: fsis.usda.gov — meat, poultry, and egg products

Content last reviewed September 2026. This is general educational information, not legal advice. If you notice outdated information, please contact us.

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