The official count in the U.S. multistate Salmonella Javiana outbreak linked to jalapeños from Sinaloa, Mexico, has risen to 431 infections and 57 hospitalizations. According to the FDA’s August 21, 2026, update, there have been no deaths, and cases have been reported in 32 states. The last illness onset date recorded on the FDA investigation page is August 2, 2026.
What Is Under Investigation
The CDC and FDA are investigating jalapeños from Sinaloa, Mexico, distributed through specific channels, along with products made with them. The FDA said Coast Citrus Distributors distributed the jalapeños and began recalling some products on July 22, 2026, before agreeing to recall the remaining related products on August 5.
The affected jalapeños may have been used in products such as:
- Burritos and bowls
- Guacamole, pico de gallo, and salsa
- Sandwiches and salads
- Soup mixes, stuffed mushrooms, and seasonings
The FDA’s major recall list includes jalapeño-related products from NatureBest and HEB, Taylor Fresh Foods, Salata dressings, Whole Foods Market, and Dairyland Produce. Packaging sizes, lot numbers, and sales regions must be checked in the individual recall notices for each product.
The recall concerns jalapeños distributed through specific channels and products made with them. Official materials have not concluded that the entire menu of any particular brand is the confirmed cause of the outbreak.
What Has Been Confirmed About Chipotle and QDOBA
According to the FDA, Chipotle changed the jalapeño supplier for affected locations beginning July 20, 2026. QDOBA stopped using jalapeños at its restaurants on July 28. The FDA said it believes these actions mean there is no ongoing consumer risk at either restaurant chain.
Therefore, the outbreak should not be attributed to all locations or products of a specific restaurant brand. The confirmed subject of the investigation is jalapeños from the relevant distribution channels and products made with them.
If You Have Recalled Products at Home
The CDC advises people not to eat recalled jalapeños or products made with them. Discard them or return them to the place of purchase. Items and surfaces that came into contact with the products should be washed and sanitized.
Common symptoms of Salmonella infection include diarrhea, fever, and abdominal cramps. Symptoms usually begin 6 hours to 6 days after exposure and may last 4 to 7 days. Children under 5, adults aged 65 and older, and people with weakened immune systems face a higher risk of severe infection.
The CDC advises contacting a healthcare provider in the following situations:
- Diarrhea accompanied by a high fever
- Diarrhea that does not improve after more than 2 days
- Bloody stools
- Vomiting that makes it difficult to drink fluids
- Signs of dehydration
This outbreak investigation is ongoing. Case counts and the recall scope may change, so use the latest official notices from the FDA and CDC when checking whether a purchased product is subject to a recall.
Official Sources
- [CDC, Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Jalapeños](https://www.cdc.gov/salmonella/outbreaks/javiana-08-26/index.html) — Checked: August 31, 2026
- [FDA, Outbreak Investigation of Salmonella: Jalapeño (August 2026)](https://www.fda.gov/food/outbreaks-foodborne-illness/outbreak-investigation-salmonella-jalapeno-august-2026) — Checked: August 31, 2026
- [FDA, 2026 Recalls of Food Products Associated with Fresh Jalapeños](https://www.fda.gov/safety/major-product-recalls/2026-recalls-food-products-associated-fresh-jalapenos-sinaloa-mexico-and-distributed-coast-citrus) — Checked: August 31, 2026
- [CDC, CDC warns of Salmonella outbreak linked to jalapeños](https://www.cdc.gov/media/releases/2026/2026-cdc-warns-of-salmonella-outbreak-linked-to-jalapenos.html) — Checked: August 31, 2026