The raclette season has barely begun when several references of raclette cheeses are already the subject of a nationwide recall. Three different brands are affected by a health alert for risk of contamination with Listeria monocytogenes, according to the sheets published on the government website Rappel Conso. The recall was triggered after the detection of the bacteria Listeria monocytogenes, responsible for listeriosis, a serious infection that can particularly affect pregnant women and vulnerable people.
Consumer recall: three brands of raclette cheese recalled for Listeria risk
The three recalls published concern the following products:
Raclette 400 g Classic – Le Cavalier
- GTIN : 26065847
- Batches concerned : 267, 268, 272
- Minimum durability date : 11/19/2025 and 11/24/2025
- Marketing period : from 09/25/2025 to 10/23/2025
- Health mark : FR 71.047.001 CE
- Distributer : Aldi
- Sales area : Whole France
- Reminder end date : November 24, 2025
Raclette 400 g and 2×400 g – Thumb
- GTIN : 3596710391783 (400 g), 3596710493975 (2×400 g)
- Batches concerned : 267, 268, 269 (indicated on the side of the tray)
- Minimum durability date : 14/11/2025 to 15/11/2025
- Marketing period : from 09/26/2025 to 11/15/2025
- Health mark : FR 71.047.001.CE
- Distributer : Auchan
- Sales area : Whole France
- Reminder end date : November 15, 2025
Raclette 400 g Nature – The Classic
- GTIN : 3701002413559
- Batches concerned : 268, 272 (indicated on the side of the tray)
- Minimum durability date : 11/18/2025 to 11/24/2025
- Marketing period : from 09/26/2025 to 11/24/2025
- Health mark : FR 71.047.001.CE
- Distributer : Big Fee
- Sales area : Whole France
- Reminder end date : 11/24/2025
What are the health risks?
Listeria monocytogenes is a bacteria responsible for listeriosis, an infection that can have severe consequences. After ingesting a contaminated product, symptoms can appear up to eight weeks later: fever, headache, body aches or digestive problems.
Pregnant women, the elderly or immunocompromised people are the most vulnerable to this infection, which can cause neurological complications or even serious fetal damage. Anyone experiencing these symptoms after consuming the recalled products should promptly consult their doctor and report consumption of the cheese.
How to get reimbursed?
Consumers are invited not to consume these products and to return them to the point of sale for a full refund. The three brands concerned make their customer service available to answer questions:
- Aldi: 09 77 40 40 44 (Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
- Auchan: consumer service available in store or on the Auchan.fr website
- Grand Frais: assistance via in-store customer service
The recall procedure will end between November 15 and 24, 2025, depending on the brand.