Saputo Cheese USA Inc. has initiated a voluntary recall of select Great Value brand cottage cheese products distributed across 23 states following the discovery of potentially unpasteurized liquid dairy ingredients. The recall was triggered during routine pasteurizer troubleshooting at the manufacturing facility and affects products with distribution dates between February 17-20, 2026, and expiration dates in April 2026, primarily sold through Walmart locations.
The affected cottage cheese products pose potential health risks to immunocompromised individuals, pregnant women, and young children, who are more susceptible to foodborne pathogens commonly associated with unpasteurized dairy. Although no illnesses have been reported in connection with the recalled products as of the announcement, the company initiated the precautionary recall to mitigate consumer risk.
Saputo has completed repairs to the pasteurization equipment and verified the corrective actions with California health authorities. Consumers who have purchased the affected products are advised to discontinue use or return them to their point of purchase for full refunds. The company is cooperating fully with regulatory agencies to ensure food safety compliance.