A weeknight staple just got pulled from the dinner rotation. Costco is recalling its Kirkland Signature Meatloaf with Mashed Yukon Potatoes and Glaze (Item #30783) after an ingredient supplier warned the glaze could be contaminated with Salmonella. The take-and-bake meals, sold in warehouses across 26 states, carry sell-by dates between March 5 and March 16, and were available between March 2 and March 13. Customers are being told not to eat the product and can bring it back for a full refund.
Which product was recalled
Costco's member notice identifies the affected product as Item #30783 and explains that an ingredient supplier, Griffith Foods Inc., initiated a recall after warning of potential Salmonella contamination. According to Costco's recall notice, the sell‑by dates run from March 5 through March 16, and the meals were sold in select warehouses between March 2 and March 13. The notice also states that there have been no reported illnesses tied to the product so far.
Where it was sold
The recall covers 26 states. Costco's notice lists locations including California, Florida, Ohio, and Puerto Rico, among others, so the reach is not exactly small. Local coverage of the recall also ran on LocalMemphis, which notes the scope of stores and that Costco alerted members directly. If you are not sure whether your warehouse received the product, check the tray's sell‑by date or call your local Costco for confirmation.
What to do if you bought one
Do not eat any of the recalled meal kits; instead, return them to Costco for a full refund. If you or someone in your household already ate the meatloaf and develops symptoms such as diarrhea, fever or abdominal cramps, typically within 6–72 hours, contact a healthcare provider and mention possible Salmonella exposure, per the CDC. Young children, older adults and people with weakened immune systems are at higher risk of severe illness and should seek care promptly.
How to get a refund
Per Costco, returns will be accepted at warehouses for a full refund and customers with questions can visit Costco's member service site. The notice stresses that consumers should not consume the affected product and that the recall stems from a supplier's precautionary action. If you have concerns about possible illness, contact your healthcare provider or local public health department.
Takeaway
Ingredient-driven recalls like this are usually precautionary, but they show how a single supplier alert can ripple through prepared-food lines at big retailers in a hurry. If you picked up the Kirkland meatloaf recently, check the sell‑by date on the tray and follow Costco's return instructions to be safe.
