Costco Wholesale Corp. (Costco)
Costco Kirkland Chicken Salmonella Lawsuit
The Costco case alleges Kirkland chicken was sold despite a link to Salmonella contamination. No settlement or claim process exists yet.
Key facts
- Claim deadline
- TBD
- Potential payment
- Est. $120
- Proof requirement
- TBD
- Status
- Upcoming
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 Wholesale Corp. (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.
Questions people ask
Frequently asked questions
How much is the Costco Wholesale Corp. (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 Wholesale Corp. (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 Wholesale Corp. (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 8, 2026
