The official count for the U.S. Salmonella outbreak linked to fresh jalapeños from Sinaloa, Mexico, has risen to 431 infections across 32 states, with 57 hospitalizations. There have been no deaths. These figures reflect the CDC count as of August 19, 2026, while the FDA investigation remained ongoing as of August 21.

What Has Been Linked to the Outbreak

Based on patient interviews and distribution tracing, the FDA and CDC have linked the outbreak to fresh jalapeños from Sinaloa, Mexico, and products distributed by Coast Citrus Distributors. Patients’ illness-onset dates were reported as ranging from June 19 through August 2, 2026.

Of the 224 people interviewed by the FDA, 203—or 91%—reported eating at Mexican-style restaurants before becoming ill. The investigation included Chipotle and QDOBA as dining locations, but this should not be interpreted as evidence that products from either chain as a whole caused the infections.

The FDA does not consider the outbreak risk to be ongoing at the two restaurant companies because affected products have been removed.

Chipotle changed its jalapeño supplier at affected locations beginning July 20, and QDOBA stopped using jalapeños at its restaurants beginning July 28.

How the Recalls Have Progressed

Coast Citrus Distributors began a limited recall on July 22. On August 5, the company agreed to recall remaining Sinaloa jalapeño products linked to the outbreak through epidemiological and traceback data.

The FDA has also listed subsequent recalls of products containing or repackaged with jalapeños from the following companies:

  • NatureBest and HEB
  • Taylor Fresh Foods
  • Salata
  • Whole Foods Market
  • Dairyland Produce

However, consumers should not determine whether a product is recalled based on the brand name alone. Compare the product name, distribution area, dates, and other identifying details with the FDA’s individual recall notices.

What Consumers Should Check

The CDC and FDA advise consumers not to eat recalled jalapeños or products containing them. Dispose of the products or return them to the place of purchase. Items and surfaces that came into contact with them 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 swallowing the bacteria, and most people recover within 4 to 7 days.

The CDC advises contacting a healthcare provider immediately in the following situations:

  1. Diarrhea accompanied by a fever above 102°F
  2. Diarrhea that does not improve after more than 2 days
  3. Bloody stool
  4. Vomiting so severe that fluids cannot be kept down
  5. Signs of dehydration

The investigation is ongoing, and the full distribution range of recalled products is still being determined. When checking a product, consumers should therefore review both the identifying details and the reference date in the official recall notice.

Official Sources

  • CDC, ‘Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Jalapeños’ — updated August 21, 2026: https://www.cdc.gov/Salmonella/outbreaks/javiana-08-26/index.html
  • CDC Newsroom, ‘CDC warns of Salmonella outbreak linked to jalapeños’ — published August 5, 2026: https://cdc.gov/media/releases/2026/2026-cdc-warns-of-salmonella-outbreak-linked-to-jalapenos.html
  • FDA, ‘Outbreak Investigation of Salmonella: Jalapeño (August 2026)’ — updated August 21, 2026: https://www.fda.gov/food/outbreaks-foodborne-illness/outbreak-investigation-salmonella-jalapeno-august-2026
  • FDA, ‘2026 Recalls of Food Products Associated with Fresh Jalapeños from Sinaloa, Mexico and distributed by Coast Citrus Distributors’ — checked August 29, 2026: https://www.fda.gov/safety/major-product-recalls/2026-recalls-food-products-associated-fresh-jalapenos-sinaloa-mexico-and-distributed-coast-citrus