Banana Cream Pie Filling Recalled Due To Salmonella Risk

DETROIT (CBS Detroit) - Pie-makers, please take note.

Dozens of cases of Margaritaville Banana Cream Pie filling mix have been recalled after the manufacturer of the creamy treat says there's a possibility of salmonella contamination.

No sickness or injury has been reported so far — but the recall was issued nationwide for the filling distributed via sales samples and in gift packages.

Included in the recall is the following product:

Margaritaville Banana Cream Pie Filling 4.16 ounce carton
Lot number on cartons: WC5257
UPC Code 7239202925
Best before date: September 2017

The recall was issued "in an abundance of caution" after the supplier of the banana chips used in the filling notified Jel Sert of possible contamination, according to Chicago-based Jel Sert Company.

Salmonella is an organism that can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy persons infected with salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. In rare circumstances, infection with salmonella can result in more severe illnesses.

Anyone who has the recalled pie filling should throw it away.

Those with questions can call the manufacturer at 866-853-1969.