Class ITerminated in FDA datasetAug 3, 2016

Fait Fras 12 pound wheels, Six pound half wheels, and wedges of various sizes ranging from less than 12 pounds to 1/3 pound. Wheels and half wheels are sold packaged in cheese paper and…

Recalling firm: Grassfields Cheese, LLC

Why it was recalled

contamination with Shiga toxin-producing E. coli (STEC), a bacteria that can cause serious illness in humans. E.coli infection symptoms vary by individual, but often include severe stomach cramps, diarrhea (often bloody), and vomiting. If there is fever, it usually is not very high (less than 101¿F/less than 38.5¿C). Most people get better within 57 days. Some infections are very mild, but others are severe or even life-threatening. Around 510% of those diagnosed with Shiga-toxin producing E.coli infections develop a potentially life-threatening complication known as hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS). Signs that a person is developing HUS include decreased frequency of urination, feeling very tired, and losing pink color in cheeks and inside the lower eyelids. Persons with HUS should be hospitalized because their kidneys may stop working and they may develop other serious problems. Most persons with HUS recover within a few weeks, but some suffer permanent damage or die.

Check the codes ↓

The exact product

Fait Fras 12 pound wheels, Six pound half wheels, and wedges of various sizes ranging from less than 12 pounds to 1/3 pound. Wheels and half wheels are sold packaged in cheese paper and wedges are sold packaged in clear plastic cryovac. Refrigerated, Organic raw milk cheese.

Check the codes

Compare these FDA-provided codes, lot numbers or dates with the product you have.

Match the product, size and code together. A similar name alone does not identify your batch.

Original FDA code information

All product on market. Any manuafcturing date prior to 8.1.16; date printed immediately below the cheese variety name represents the manufacturing date

Recall details

Recall number
F-2468-2016
Event ID
74887
FDA status
Terminated
Initiated
Aug 3, 2016
Reported
Oct 5, 2016
Classified
Sep 23, 2016
Terminated
Nov 17, 2016
Quantity
2250 lbs
Location
Coopersville, MI, United States
Initiation type
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Notification
Press Release

Where it was distributed

MI, GA, IL, IN, CT, NY, CO, WA, TN, OH

FDA source record · F-2468-2016

Data updated September 16, 2026. View official FDA data ↗

A missing code match is not a guarantee of safety. Follow official FDA and manufacturer guidance.