Primavera Black Bean Bonanza Tamales Recalled Due to Potential Listeria Contamination

What Happened

Prima Vera Nueva, Inc. has initiated a voluntary recall of its Black Bean Bonanza Tamales. The recall was prompted by the potential contamination of the product with Listeria monocytogenes, a biological hazard. The recall was officially classified by the FDA on January 28, 2026, following the firm’s initial notification in December 2025.

Which Products Are Affected

The recall affects the following specific product:

• Product Name: Black Bean Bonanza Tamales with Black Beans and Jack Cheese
• Brand: Primavera
• UPC: 748732000218
• Quantity: 26,457 packages (each containing 4 tamales)
• Weight: 24oz
• Geographic Scope: Distributed in California (CA) and Nevada (NV)

The product is sold in refrigerated packaging and includes ingredients such as organic corn flour masa, black beans, jack cheese, salsa, and butter.

What You Should Do

Consumers who have purchased the affected tamales are advised not to consume them. The product should be discarded or returned to the place of purchase. For questions regarding the recall, consumers can contact Prima Vera Nueva, Inc. at (707) 939-9350. The company is located at 17070 Sonoma Highway, Sonoma, CA 95476.

Why This Matters

Listeria monocytogenes is a serious biological contaminant that can cause severe and sometimes fatal infections, particularly in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. It can also cause miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women.

Source

Information provided by the FDA under recall number H-0431-2026.