The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced the recall of more than 22,000 pounds of raw ground beef due to possible contamination with E. coli bacteria.

According to the USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS), CS Beef Packers, LLC, based in Kuna, Idaho, is recalling approximately 22,912 pounds of product that may be contaminated with E. coli O145.

 

So far, no confirmed illnesses have been reported in connection with the recalled beef. However, officials warn that individuals exposed to the bacteria may develop symptoms between two and eight days after consumption.

The beef was produced on January 14, 2026, and shipped to distributors in California, Idaho, and Oregon, where it was further distributed to food service locations.

 

Products Included in the Recall

Authorities said the following items are subject to recall:

 

• Cardboard cases containing eight 10-pound chubs of “BEEF, COARSE GROUND, 73 L,” case code 18601, with a “Use/Freeze By: 02/04/26” date. Time stamps between 07:03 and 08:32 appear on two stickers on the outside of the case and are also printed directly on the clear packaging.
• Cardboard cases containing four 10-pound chubs of “FIRE RIVER FARMS CLASSIC BEEF FINE GROUND 73L,” case code 19583, with a “Use/Freeze By: 02/04/26” date and identical time stamps on the exterior labels and packaging.
• Cardboard cases containing four 10-pound chubs of “FIRE RIVER FARMS CLASSIC BEEF FINE GROUND 81L,” case code 19563, also marked “Use/Freeze By: 02/04/26,” with time stamps between 07:03 and 08:32.

 

Symptoms of E. coli Infection

Symptoms of E. coli infection typically appear one to two days after consuming contaminated food. Common signs include:

• Fever
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea, which may be bloody
• Signs of dehydration, such as increased thirst, dizziness, or reduced urination

 

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) warns that E. coli poisoning can lead to serious kidney complications, particularly in children under the age of five, who may require immediate medical attention.