Gills Onions Recall: Reason, affected products, and all you need to know

Gills Onions has issued a nationwide recall for select diced onion products over a potential Salmonella contamination concern. If consumed, the affected products may pose risks of causing severe to fatal infections and sicknesses in people of all ages, including the elderly and pregnant women.

Announced on October 23, 2023, the voluntary recall applies to different packaging of Gills-branded diced onion products, including Yellow onion, celery and onions, mirepoix, and red onions.

The affected onion products are being recalled after the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) notified the establishment that the concerned onion products may be linked to an ongoing investigation of the Salmonella Thompson outbreak.

The recalled diced onions from Gills Onion may be contaminated with Salmonella (Image via FDA)

Although the concerned products are already past their best-by-date of August 2023 and hence no longer up for sale, the establishment decided to recall them to ensure consumer safety. It is to be noted that Salmonella is one of the most common contaminants and can cause a salmonellosis infection.

These infections often incubate within 12 to 72 hours and could cause people to experience symptoms like high fever, digestive issues, nausea, headaches, abdominal pain, and vomiting.

Some severe cases of infections can also cause contaminants to enter a patient's bloodstream, thus causing fatal ailments like endocarditis, arterial infections, and arthritis. Although salmonellosis affects people of all ages, it may not be as severe for healthy individuals. However, it can often be fatal for the elderly, children, and expecting or pregnant women. All individuals experiencing salmonellosis-like symptoms are advised to consult a doctor.

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Regions where recalled products were distributed include Arizona, California, Idaho, Oregon, Washington, and Montana

Select varieties of diced onion products are part of a nationwide voluntary recall issued by Gills Onions of Oxanard, CA. Feared to be potentially contaminated with Salmonella, the affected products could cause severe or fatal infections upon consumption.

Packed in labeled plastic bags or cups of various sizes, the affected diced onion products were available under the Gills Onions branding in the following varieties: diced yellow onion, diced celery and onions, diced mirepoix, and diced red onion.

The recalled products were exclusively distributed to the regions of "Arizona, California, Idaho, Oregon, Washington, and Montana." Available in different price ranges, the diced onion products may have been bought from major retailers, including Smart & Final, Bashas Markets, CHEF'STORE, and Stater Bros.

The recalled diced onions by Gills Onions should be disposed of safely (Image via FDA)

Customers can refer to the following table to find a list of all the varieties of diced onion products that may have been affected by the recall:

Product Description	UPC*	Use-bydate	Lot codes located onthe side of the cupsor back of the bags	State	Retail outlet
Gills Onions Brand 3 lb. bags, diced yellow onions	643550000320	8/18/23	223YAS2B2R212	California	Smart & Final
		8/25/23	223YAS3A2R219
		8/11/23	223YAC2A2R205	Arizona and California	Bashas Markets and Smart & Final
		8/14/23	223YAS3A2R208
		8/28/23	223YAS2A2R222
		8/11/23	223YAC2A2R205	California Oregon Washington Idaho Montana	Smart & Final and CHEF'STORE
		8/14/23	223YAS3A2R208
		8/18/23	223YAS2A2R212
		8/21/23	223YAS3A2R215
		8/25/23	223YAM3A2R219
		8/28/23	223YAS2A2R222
Gills Onions Brand 8 oz cups, diced yellow onions	643550000658	8/15/23	223YAS3A1Z209	Arizona and California	Bashas Markets, Smart & Final, and Stater Bros.
		8/19/23	223YAM4A1Z213
		8/21/23	223YAS3A1Z215
		8/26/23	223YAS3A1Z220
		8/28/23	223YAM4A1Z222
		8/12/23	223YAC2A1Z206	California	Stater Bros
		8/14/23	223YAS3A1Z208	California	Smart & Final and Stater Bros
Gills Onions Brand 8 oz cups, diced celery & onions	643550000696	8/15/23	223YAS3A1Z209	Arizona and California	Bashas Markets, Smart & Final, and Stater Bros
		8/21/23	223YAS3A1Z215
		8/28/23	223YAS3A1Z222
		8/28/23	223YAM4A1Z222	California	Smart & Final
Gills Onions Brand 10 oz cups, diced mirepoix	643550000788	8/8/23	223YAC2A1Z206	California	Smart & Final
		8/11/23	223YAS3A1Z209
		8/15/23	223YAM4A1Z213
		8/17/23	223YAS3A1Z215
		8/22/23	223YAS3A1Z220
		8/24/23	223YAM4A1Z222
Gills Onions Brand 8 oz cups, diced red onions	643550000641	8/12/23	123RAC1A1Z206	California	Stater Bros Smart & Final
		8/28/23	223RAB1A1Z222
		8/19/23	123RAB1A1Z213	California	Stater Bros
		8/15/23	123RAB1A1Z209	California	Smart & Final
		8/14/23	123RAB1A1Z208	Arizona and California	Bashas Markets, Smart & Final, and Stater Bros
		8/21/23	123RAB1A1Z215
		8/26/23	223RAB1A1Z220

Individuals who may have purchased any of the aforementioned products and may still have them in their fridge are urged to throw them away. One should also wash or clean your fridge or any other surfaces where you may have stored the recalled diced onion products.

It is to be noted that the establishment has not hinted at any details about a refund or reimbursement. Individuals with questions regarding this matter or those with doubts about the Gills Onions recall can get in touch with the Oxnard, CA-based establishment at 1-800-348-2255.