$3.1 Million Boar’s Head Meat Recall Class Action Settlement


Claim Form Deadline: May 16, 2025
Payout: Full Refund
Proof Required: No (for some claims)

If you bought any recalled Boar’s Head cold cuts in the U.S. between May 10, 2024, and August 12, 2024, you may be entitled to a cash payout from a $3.1 million class action settlement with Boar’s Head.

The settlement follows a major Listeria outbreak that triggered one of the largest meat recalls in recent years. This settlement compensates consumers who purchased potentially contaminated products.

Eligibility for a Payout from the Boar’s Head Settlement:
You are eligible if you purchased any of the recalled Boar’s Head meat products between May 10, 2024, and August 12, 2024, for personal, family, or household use (not for resale).

Here’s a list of recalled Boar’s Head products, including those with “EST. 12612” or “P-12612” on the USDA mark of inspection and sell-by dates of August 10 or August 15: 

  • Boar’s Head Strassburger Brand Liverwurst: Produced between June 11, 2024, and July 17, 2024, with a 44-day shelf life.
  • Boar’s Head Virginia Ham Old Fashioned Ham:
  • Boar’s Head Italian Cappy Style Ham:
  • Boar’s Head Extra Hot Italian Cappy Style Ham:
  • Boar’s Head Bologna:
  • Boar’s Head Beef Salami:
  • Boar’s Head Steakhouse Roasted Bacon Heat & Eat:
  • Boar’s Head Garlic Bologna:
  • Boar’s Head Beef Bologna:
  • Other recalled products: According to USDA, the recall also included other deli meat products produced on the same line and same day as the liverwurst

How Much Can You Get?

  • Without Proof of Purchase: Members without proof of purchase will receive the average retail price for up to two products per household.
  • With Proof of Purchase: Those with proof of purchase will receive the full purchase price for each unit of the recalled product.

What is the Total Settlement Amount?
The total settlement amount is $3.1 million.

Payout Options for the Rebate:
You can choose from several payout options, including MasterCard virtual prepaid cards, Venmo, direct deposit to your bank account, or Zelle via your phone number or email.

Reason for the Class Action Lawsuit:
The lawsuit was filed because Boar’s Head voluntarily recalled certain meat products that could have been contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, resulting in alleged economic damages to consumers.

Key Dates:

  • Claim Form Deadline: May 16, 2025
  • Exclusion Deadline: May 16, 2025
  • Objection Deadline: May 16, 2025
  • Final Approval Hearing: August 13, 2025

Proof Required:
To receive the full purchase price for each unit of the recalled product, you must submit a valid Claim Form with Proof of Purchase. Without Proof of Purchase, you can claim the average retail price for up to two products per household. If you have itemized grocery store or market receipts, they should include the following:

  • Name of the Boar’s Head products purchased or SKU
  • Location of purchase
  • Date of purchase
  • Purchase price

How to Qualify for a Payout:
You qualify if you purchased any covered products in the U.S. between May 10, 2024, and August 12, 2024, for personal or household use, not for resale.

How to File a Claim:
Complete and submit a Claim Form by May 16, 2025, online or by mailing a printed form to the Claim Administrator. You can also choose to exclude yourself from the settlement or object to it by the same deadline.

Is Proof Required to File a Claim?
To receive the full purchase price for each unit of the recalled product, you must submit a Claim Form with Proof of Purchase. If you don’t have Proof of Purchase, you may still receive the average retail price for up to two qualifying products per household.

Claim Form Website: Cold Cut Recall Settlement

Please be aware that your claim form will be rejected if it contains fraudulent information. By submitting your information and your sworn statement of its accuracy, you are agreeing to do so under penalty of perjury. Submitting false information not only jeopardizes your claim but also affects others who are genuinely eligible for the settlement. If you are uncertain about your eligibility for this class action settlement, please visit the class action administrator’s website for more information. Note that NoProofClassActions.org participates in the Amazon affiliate advertising program, and this post may include affiliate links, which could result in us earning a commission if you make a purchase through those links.