Syracuse, NY, 2014-4-17 — /EPR Retail News/ — Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. has initiated a recall of Sub Sandwiches and Wraps containing turkey and sold individually or in party trays on Tuesday, April 15, at Wegmans’ Onondaga Boulevard Sub Shop only. The recall was initiated by two reports that ‘thin strands of flexible, clear plastic wrap’ were found in subs containing turkey purchased in the Sub Shop at the Onondaga store, determined to be a result of inadequate removal of the outer wrap from the turkey before slicing.
Important: This recall does not affect subs or wraps sold at any other Wegmans location, and it only affects subs or wraps that contain turkey..
There are no reported illnesses or injuries associated with this recall.
Wegmans’ Onondaga Boulevard customers who purchased these products should visit the service desk at the Onondaga store for a full refund. Wegmans has also placed automated phone calls to customers who used their Shoppers Club card when purchasing subs or wraps from the Onondaga Sub Shop on April 15 to alert them to the recall.
Wegmans has notified and will work closely with the New York State Department of Agriculture & Markets. Customers who have questions or concerns about this recall should contact Wegmans Onondaga store at 315-478-3313.
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Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. is an 83-store supermarket chain with stores in New York, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Virginia, Maryland, and Massachusetts. The family-owned company, founded in 1916, is recognized as an industry leader and innovator. Wegmans has been named one of the ‘100 Best Companies to Work For’ by FORTUNE magazine for seventeen consecutive years. In 2014, Wegmans ranked #12 on the list.
Contact Information: Evelyn Carter, Syracuse division consumer affairs manager, 315-863-1114