Costco
Costco Rotisserie Chicken Lawsuit for Kirkland Buyers Since 2019
Shoppers who bought Kirkland Signature chicken at Costco since January 1, 2019 may be class members in a Salmonella lawsuit. Follow the case.
- Potential payment
- Est. $120
Subject to eligibility and claim terms.
- Claim deadline
- TBD
- Proof requirement
- TBD
Eligibility
Who may qualify?
Check the covered dates, products, locations, and other official terms before you file.
- You purchased one or more Kirkland Signature branded rotisserie chicken or raw chicken products.
- Your purchases occurred during the period from January 1, 2019 to the present
Case overview
What is the Costco case about?
This is a proposed class action lawsuit, not a finalized settlement. Plaintiff Lisa Taylor alleges that Costco's dedicated poultry supplier, Lincoln Premium Poultry in Fremont, Nebraska, has been plagued by ongoing Salmonella contamination at the facility that produces Kirkland Signature rotisserie chickens and raw chicken products. The complaint cites USDA inspection records showing the plant received the lowest food safety rating, Category 3, in about 92% of reporting periods since 2019, and claims it failed every monthly Salmonella test from late 2023 through mid-2025.
The lawsuit alleges Costco kept marketing these chicken products as safe and wholesome even as it allegedly prioritized keeping the $4.99 price point over addressing the contamination issues, allegedly violating consumer protection laws and breaching implied warranties. The suit seeks declaratory and injunctive relief along with compensatory, treble, and restitution damages on behalf of a proposed nationwide class of purchasers from January 1, 2019 to the present.
Case details
- Company
- Costco Wholesale Corp. (Costco)
Questions people ask
Frequently asked questions
How much is the Costco case payout?
The listed potential payment is Est. $120. Final amounts depend on the number of valid claims and the administrator's terms.
Who qualifies for the Costco case?
Key eligibility criteria include: You purchased one or more Kirkland Signature branded rotisserie chicken or raw chicken products; Your purchases occurred during the period from January 1, 2019 to the present. Always confirm the full class definition with the official source before filing.
Is the Costco case open for claims?
Not yet. No claim process is currently open. TapClaim monitors official updates to this case.
Settlement administrator and official sources
- Listing verificationLast checked Sep 26, 2026
