More Igloo coolers recalled after 26 fingertip amputations
(NEXSTAR) — Igloo is expanding a February recall of over 1 million of its 90-quart Flip & Tow Rolling Coolers after the company says it has since received reports of 78 fingertip injuries, 26 fingertip amputations, bone fractures and slashes.
Now, the company is recalling an additional 130,000 coolers in the U.S. over the same issue. According to the recall expansion, the cooler’s tow handle can pinch user fingertips, posing hazards of tip amputation and/or cuts. Customers are advised to stop using the coolers immediately.
Affected cooler models:
| Model/SKU # | Description | Date codes |
| 34692 | Latitude 90-quart roller | 07/2020-09/2021 |
| 34785 | Latitude 90-quart roller | 10/2021-12/2022 |
| 34790 | Maxcold Latitude 90-quart roller | 10/2021-02/2023 |
The recall only involves cooler models manufactured before January 2024.
How to identify the recalled coolers:
- Manufacture date (before January 2024) can be found imprinted on the bottom of the cooler in a circular pattern. Customers should find an arrow pointing to the manufacture month and the last two digits of the manufacture year
- Recalled coolers have a tow handle
- “IGLOO” is printed on the side of the coolers
- Came in a variety of colors
The affected Igloo coolers were sold at Costco, Target, Academy Sports + Outdoors, Dick's, and other retailers nationwide. They were also sold online at Igloo’s website and Amazon.
Customers with the affected models are advised to contact Igloo for a free replacement handle, the company says. You can call Igloo at (888) 943-5182 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday-Friday. Customers can also visit Igloo’s recall page for further information.
For questions or concerns not addressed in the recall, consumers can also contact the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.