The recall includes expired 10 ounce bags of Hearts of Romaine salad with the expired use-by date of Aug. 23, 2012, and a product code beginning with "G222."

Officials said the lettuce could be tainted with listeria, a bacteria found in soil causes food poisoning. Symptoms of infection may include fever, muscle aches, nausea or diarrhea.

No illnesses have been reported in association with the recall and no other Fresh Express products are being recalled, officials said.

The lettuce was possibly distributed in several southern and Midwestern states including Indiana, Kentucky, Ohio, Illinois, Missouri and Tennessee, officials said.

Customers with questions may contact Fresh Express customer service representatives at (800) 242-5472 during the hours of 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time.