Recall Overview
The Costco Kirkland Prosecco Valdobbiadene recall was triggered by reports of bottles shattering unexpectedly, with fragments posing risks of cuts or eye injuries. Imported from Italy by F&F Fine Wines and sold exclusively at Costco warehouses nationwide, the 750-milliliter sparkling wine features a green bottle with “Kirkland Signature Valdobbiadene Prosecco DOCG” labeling. The CPSC received 10 complaints of breakage, resulting in at least 1 laceration injury.
If you purchased any Costco Kirkland Prosecco Valdobbiadene wine that is affected by this recall, you should not open or handle the bottle, discard it and contact Ethica Wines for instructions on how to obtain a full refund from Costco [1].
Affected Costco Kirkland Prosecco Products
The recall targets:
- Kirkland Signature Valdobbiadene Prosecco DOCG: 750-milliliter green glass bottles with UPC 196633883742 and Costco item number 1879870. Sold from April to August 2025 for about $8.
Consumers can check the UPC on the label and confirm the purchase date. All bottles from the period are included, regardless of lot numbers.
Hazards of the Shattered Prosecco Bottles
The Costco Kirkland Prosecco Valdobbiadene recall addresses:
- Laceration Risk: Sharp glass shards from spontaneous shattering can cut hands or feet.
- Eye Injury Potential: Fragments can scratch or penetrate the cornea during handling.
- Ingestion Hazard: Tiny shards in the wine could cause internal cuts if consumed.
- Spill Damage: Breaking can lead to slips or property harm from spilled liquid.
Symptoms of Potential Injuries
While no injuries have been reported, risks include:
- Cut Symptoms: Bleeding, pain, or swelling from shard penetration.
- Eye Trauma: Redness, tearing, or blurred vision from corneal abrasion.
- Infection Signs: Pus or fever if wounds are untreated.
- Emotional Distress: Anxiety from handling concerns.
Treatment costs for cuts or eye injuries range from $500 for minor care to $5,000 for stitches or ophthalmology visits.
Potential for a Costco Kirkland Prosecco Valdobbiadene Recall Class Action Lawsuit
The recall of 941,400 bottles, with 10 shattering incidents, provides grounds for a Costco Kirkland Prosecco Valdobbiadene Recall Class Action Lawsuit against F&F Fine Wines and Costco. Potential claims include:
- Product Liability: Defective glass quality caused spontaneous breakage.
- Negligence: Inadequate quality control at the supplier.
- Failure to Warn: No alerts about handling risks on labels.
- Breach of Warranty: Product unfit for safe consumption or storage.
Plaintiffs may seek compensation for replacement costs ($8 per bottle), medical monitoring, and punitive damages. The recall’s scale suggests a sizable class, similar to the 2023 Costco Kirkland Champagne recall, which settled for $1 million. A successful Costco Kirkland Prosecco Valdobbiadene Recall Class Action Lawsuit could mandate shatter-resistant glass and enhanced importer testing.
Do I Have a Costco Kirkland Prosecco Valdobbiadene Recall Class Action Lawsuit?
The Class Action Litigation Group at our law firm is an experienced team of trial lawyers focusing on food and beverage recall lawsuits. We are handling individual litigation nationwide and currently accepting new cases in all 50 states.
Free Costco Kirkland Prosecco Valdobbiadene Recall Class Action Lawsuit Evaluation: If you purchased recalled Kirkland Prosecco or experienced risks from shattering, you should contact our law firm immediately. You may be entitled to compensation by filing a Costco Kirkland Prosecco Valdobbiadene Recall Class Action Lawsuit, and our lawyers can help.
References
- https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/F-F-Fine-Wines-Recalls-Kirkland-Signature-Valdobbiadene-Prosecco-DOCG-Bottles-sold-by-Costco-Due-to-Laceration-Hazard
- https://www.newsweek.com/federal-recall-costco-prosecco-affects-nearly-1-million-bottles-11026924
- https://www.aol.com/articles/costco-recalls-kirkland-wine-due-194553929.html
- https://www.scrippsnews.com/life/recalls/more-than-900k-bottles-of-costco-prosecco-recalled-for-shattering-risks
- https://topclassactions.com/lawsuit-settlements/lawsuit-news/costco-recalls-exploding-prosecco-bottles-and-dubai-chocolates-over-safety-concerns/