Costco Wholesale Corporation
Kirkland Signature (Costco)
Headquarters: Issaquah, Washington, USA • Founded: 1995
Clean / Verified Safe
Kirkland Signature dry pet foods are co-manufactured by Diamond Pet Foods under strict contract specifications. Kirkland has maintained an exceptional safety record for over a decade, with zero active FDA recalls since the multi-brand Diamond facility incident in 2012.
Total Recalls on Record
1
Last Action Date
May 2012
Species Covered
Dogs & Cats
Safety Verification
Regulatory Verified
Interactive “Check My Bag” Lot Code Inspector
Verify your specific kibble or canned Kirkland Signature (Costco) lot number against official FDA dockets.
Recall Archive & Docket History (Kirkland Signature (Costco))
FDA-REC-2012-F-0088•May 4, 2012
Salmonella: Historical 2012 multi-state Salmonella contamination at the Gaston, SC production plant.
Official FDA Docket Finding: Contract manufacturer Diamond Pet Foods voluntarily recalled multiple brands produced at its Gaston facility after Salmonella infantis was linked to human and pet illnesses.
Recalled Lots & Product Details:
| Product Name | Packaging Size | Affected Lot Codes | Best-By Expiration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kirkland Signature Super Premium Adult Dog Food & Puppy Food | All bag sizes | Production codes with 2 or 3 in the 9th/10th position and 'X' in 11th position | Exp. Dec 9, 2012 through Jan 31, 2013 |
Clinical Symptoms to Monitor:
- Fever
- Vomiting
- Severe diarrhea
- Lethargy
Consumer Return & Refund Protocol:
- Historical event resolved in 2012. Costco provided immediate no-receipt warehouse refunds.
Veterinary Health & Triage Tools for Kirkland Signature (Costco) Owners
Suspect a Problem or Illness from Kirkland Signature (Costco)?
Pet owners can submit formal complaint reports directly to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Keep your packaging, lot code, and veterinary records intact.
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions About Kirkland Signature (Costco) Recalls
Verified regulatory answers to common pet parent questions regarding manufacturing and safety.
No. Kirkland Signature dog and cat foods have had zero recalls in 2023, 2024, 2025, or 2026. The last recall was in May 2012.
Official FDA Public Safety Notice: PawTrusty is an independent consumer pet health directory that indexes public enforcement reports published by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and state agricultural departments. PawTrusty is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Kirkland Signature (Costco) or the FDA. If your pet exhibits acute symptoms of foodborne illness, contact a licensed veterinarian or emergency animal hospital immediately.