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Yahoo
18-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Igloo Coolers Announces Massive Recall Amid Potential 'Amputation'
A popular cooler brand announced a massive recall amid the potential for "amputation." Igloo is expanding its recall of 90-quart rolling coolers "due to fingertip amputation and crushing hazards," the notice on the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission says. It announced that the total number of recalled Igloo coolers is now nearly 1.2 million. The product is described as "Igloo 90 Qt. Flip & Tow Rolling Coolers." "The tow handle can pinch consumers' fingertips against the cooler, posing fingertip amputation and crushing hazards," the notice adds. The recall was expanded on May 8, 2025. "About 130,000 additional coolers (In addition, about 20,000 in Canada and 5,900 in Mexico) (More than one million Igloo coolers were previously recalled in February 2025)," the notice adds. Since that February notice, Igloo has received "78 more reports of fingertip injuries, including 26 resulting in fingertip amputations, bone fractures or lacerations," USA Today reported. Igloo posted a safety alert on its website when the recall was initially announced in February. "Be aware of pinch points which may occur on or around handles, latches, hinges, lids, and other moving components of the cooler. Avoid placing hands and fingers where injury or damage can occur," the company's website says. "Injuries could occur if the handles, latches, hinges, lid, and other moving components on coolers are not used properly. Use safe practices on latches, handles, hinges when using them," it adds. "Be aware that loose clothing and jewelry may also be caught in pivot areas of your cooler. Children should be supervised if present when using a cooler. Operate and maintain your cooler so it can be enjoyed for years to come! Thank you for purchasing an IGLOO cooler! Stay safe!" The initial recall notice says, "This recall involves Igloo 90 Qt. Flip & Tow Rolling Coolers manufactured prior to January 2024. The date of manufacture is imprinted on the bottom of the cooler in a circular pattern with an arrow pointing to the month of manufacture and the last two digits of the year of manufacture inside the circle." It adds, "The recalled coolers have a tow handle. 'IGLOO' is printed on the side of the coolers. The coolers were sold in multiple body and lid color combinations, some of which are pictured above. The following cooler models with tow handles are included in the recall. The model number is located on labels affixed to the bottom of the cooler."
Yahoo
09-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Igloo cooler recall expanded after more finger injuries reported: What to know
The Brief About 1.2 million Igloo coolers have been recalled in total due to a hazard that can cause finger injuries – including some amputations. Officials said the tow handle "can pinch consumers' fingertips against the cooler, posing fingertip amputation and crushing hazards." Since the original recall was announced in February, Igloo has received 78 reports of injuries. A recall of Igloo coolers has been expanded to include tens of thousands more because of a handle hazard that has caused fingertip injuries – including some amputations. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission said in a notice dated May 8 that dozens more injuries had been reported since the original recall was announced. What they're saying Officials said the tow handles on the recalled Igloo coolers "can pinch consumers' fingertips against the cooler, posing fingertip amputation and crushing hazards." Why you should care The CPSC notice states that since the recall was announced in February, Igloo has received 78 reports of fingertip injuries – "including 26 resulting in fingertip amputations, bone fractures or lacerations." What we know The CPSC said the recall involves Igloo 90-quart Flip & Tow Rolling Coolers, which have a tow handle, and "IGLOO" is printed on the side. The coolers were sold in multiple body and lid color combinations. The model number is located on labels affixed to the bottom of the cooler. The date of manufacture is imprinted on the bottom of the cooler in a circular pattern with an arrow pointing to the month of manufacture and the last two digits of the year of manufacture inside the circle. The following cooler models with tow handles are included in the recall expansion: 34692 - LATITUDE 90 QT ROLLER - 07/2020-09/2021 34785 - LATITUDE 90 QT ROLLER - 10/2021-12/2022 34790 - MAXCOLD LATITUDE 90 QT ROLLER - 10/2021-02/2023 Dig deeper The coolers were sold at Costco, Target, Academy, Dick's, and other stores nationwide and online at and other websites between January 2019 and January 2025, according to the CPSC notice. They sold for between $80 and $140. They were manufactured by Igloo Products Corp. in the United States. By the numbers About 130,000 additional Igloo coolers are part of the expanded recall, in addition to the over 1 million coolers that were previously recalled in February – bringing the total to nearly 1.2 million coolers in the U.S. In addition, about 20,000 more coolers in Canada and 5,900 in Mexico are also part of the expanded recall. What you can do "Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled coolers and contact Igloo for a free replacement handle," the CPSC notice said. The Source This story was reported using information published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on May 8, 2025, about the recall. It was reported from Cincinnati.
CNN
14-02-2025
- Automotive
- CNN
Igloo recalls over a million coolers after handle hazard causes fingertip amputation injuries
Igloo is recalling more than 1 million of its coolers sold across the US, Mexico and Canada due to a handle hazard that has resulted in a handful of fingertip injuries, including some amputations. The now-recalled 'Igloo 90 Qt. Flip & Tow Rolling Coolers' have a tow handle can pinch users' fingertips against the product — posing potential amputation and other crushing risks, according to a Thursday recall notice from the US Consumer Product Safety Commission. Igloo has received 12 injury reports in the U.S., the CPSC notes, which include fingertip amputations, bone fractures, and lacerations. There are no known injuries in Canada or Mexico. Consumers in possession of the coolers are urged to stop using them immediately — and contact Igloo for a free replacement handle. The now-recalled coolers were sold at major retailers like Costco, Target, Dick's and Amazon between 2019 and January 2025 for between $80 and $140. About 1.06 million were purchased in the US, in addition to 47,000 in Canada and another 23,000 in Mexico. The affected products can be identified by model number and description. They were sold in multiple colors with the word 'IGLOO' printed on the side and manufactured in the US prior to January 2024. Consumers can register for the recall online or contact Katy, Texas-based Igloo at 888-943-5182 or igloo90qt@ to request a handle replacement. In a statement, Igloo said that it was recalling these rolling coolers and providing free replacement handles 'with consumer safety as our top priority.' The company added that, 'through rigorous testing and proactive steps, we are constantly improving our products to meet the highest safety standards.' Additional information can be found on the websites for the CPSC, Health Canada and the OECD's global recall portal.
CNN
14-02-2025
- Automotive
- CNN
Igloo recalls over a million coolers after handle hazard causes fingertip amputation injuries
Igloo is recalling more than 1 million of its coolers sold across the US, Mexico and Canada due to a handle hazard that has resulted in a handful of fingertip injuries, including some amputations. The now-recalled 'Igloo 90 Qt. Flip & Tow Rolling Coolers' have a tow handle can pinch users' fingertips against the product — posing potential amputation and other crushing risks, according to a Thursday recall notice from the US Consumer Product Safety Commission. Igloo has received 12 injury reports in the U.S., the CPSC notes, which include fingertip amputations, bone fractures, and lacerations. There are no known injuries in Canada or Mexico. Consumers in possession of the coolers are urged to stop using them immediately — and contact Igloo for a free replacement handle. The now-recalled coolers were sold at major retailers like Costco, Target, Dick's and Amazon between 2019 and January 2025 for between $80 and $140. About 1.06 million were purchased in the US, in addition to 47,000 in Canada and another 23,000 in Mexico. The affected products can be identified by model number and description. They were sold in multiple colors with the word 'IGLOO' printed on the side and manufactured in the US prior to January 2024. Consumers can register for the recall online or contact Katy, Texas-based Igloo at 888-943-5182 or igloo90qt@ to request a handle replacement. In a statement, Igloo said that it was recalling these rolling coolers and providing free replacement handles 'with consumer safety as our top priority.' The company added that, 'through rigorous testing and proactive steps, we are constantly improving our products to meet the highest safety standards.' Additional information can be found on the websites for the CPSC, Health Canada and the OECD's global recall portal.
Yahoo
14-02-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Igloo recalls over 1 million coolers amid reports of fingertip amputations
Igloo is recalling more than 1 million coolers amid numerous reports of injuries, including fingertip amputations. The voluntary recall applies to the company's 90-quart Flip & Tow Rolling Coolers, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission said in a press release Thursday. The affected coolers have a tow handle with 'IGLOO' printed on the side. At least a dozen injuries have been reported, including amputated fingertips, bone fractures and lacerations. 'The tow handle can pinch consumers' fingertips against the cooler, posing fingertip amputation and crushing hazards,' the commission said. The affected coolers, which cost between $80 and $140, were sold in a variety of colors between January 2019 and January 2025 at retailers like Target, Costco, and Dick's Sporting Goods. They were sold online by Amazon and on the Igloo Coolers website. The company is offering free replacement handles to anyone with a recalled cooler. 'With consumer safety as our top priority, we have voluntarily issued a recall on the 90QT Flip & Tow Rolling Cooler and have provided consumers with a proper course of action that includes a free replacement handle,' Igloo said in a statement obtained by 'Good Morning America.' Around 47,000 coolers are also being recalled in Canada, along with 23,000 in Mexico. In March 2023, YETI — an Igloo competitor — recalled nearly twice as many products over concerns about accidental magnet ingestion.
