Wegmans Food Markets has issued a multi-state recall of Locatelli Grated Pecorino Romano Cheese due to the potential presence of Listeria monocytogenes. The product, sold between November 14 and November 24, 2025, may pose serious health risks, especially to vulnerable groups. All lots packaged with Wegmans’ scale labels have been removed from store shelves, and no illnesses have been reported so far.

Recalled Product Details

1. Product: Locatelli Grated Pecorino Romano Cheese
2. Brand: Locatelli (sold at Wegmans with store scale labels)
3. UPC: 2-77580-XXXXX-7 (varies by weight)
4. Dates Sold: Nov 14–24, 2025
5. States Affected: CT, DE, MD, MA, NC, NJ, NY, PA, VA, Washington D.C.
6. Reason: Potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes

Why Listeria Contamination Is Serious

Listeria monocytogenes is a dangerous foodborne pathogen capable of causing a severe illness known as listeriosis. The risk is especially high for:

• Older adults
• Pregnant women
• Individuals with weakened immune systems
• Young children

Healthy individuals may experience flu-like symptoms such as high fever, severe headache, abdominal pain, nausea, diarrhea, and muscle stiffness. However, vulnerable groups may face far more serious outcomes.

Severe Complications

If untreated, the infection may progress to invasive listeriosis, potentially causing:

• Sepsis
• Meningitis
• Neurological damage
• In extreme cases, death

Anyone who consumed the recalled product and develops symptoms should seek immediate medical care.

What Consumers Should Do

Consumers who purchased Locatelli Grated Pecorino Romano Cheese during the affected date range should not consume the product. It may be returned to any Wegmans store for a full refund.

For questions, customers may contact Wegmans Food Markets at 1-855-934-3663 during the posted recall support hours.

Source: https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/wegmans-recalls-locatelli-grated-pecorino-romano-cheese-due-possible-health-risk