The J.M. Smucker Co. made the announcement for particular lot codes it suspects might contain the bacteria.
Consumers can find a product code on the back of a container of Jif. If the first four digits range between 1274-2140 and are followed by 425, the product might contain the infectious bacteria.
Salmonella can cause severe and sometimes fatal infections, especially in young children, the elderly and those with weakened immune systems, according to the FDA. Symptoms associated with an infection include fever, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain, according to the press release.
J.M. Smucker Co. created a recall form for customers that can be found here. Customers can enter the information on their product container and contact information for replacement coupons. Recommendations for consumers' next steps from the FDA can be found here.
