Heads Up: Igloo Recall Expands, More Than 1 Million Coolers Included Now!
Enlarged Cooler Recall Includes Extra 130,000 Products
Remember those Igloo coolers you've got at home? Well, it seems they've expanded their recall, initially started way back in February. The recall came about due to serious fingertip injury risks associated with the tow handle on certain models [1][2].
Why the sudden jump in recalls? The problem at hand is that the tow handle can pinch fingers, causing crushing and amputation hazards. Jumping back to the original recall, there were already reports of 78 injuries, including 26 fingertip amputations or other severe injuries [1].
Now let's get to the specifics. The recalled coolers are Igloo's 90 Qt. Flip & Tow Rolling Coolers, particularly those manufactured before January 2024. To help identify your cooler, look for the date of manufacture at the bottom in a circular pattern. The month of manufacture points towards the month, and the last two digits of the year can be found within the circle [1].
These coolers have been sold nationwide, including at Costco, Target, Academy, Dick's, and other stores, as well as online via Amazon, Igloocoolers.com, and other websites since January 2019 through January 2025, with a price range of $80 to $140 [1]. Apart from the U.S., approximately 20,000 coolers have been recalled in Canada, and about 5,900 coolers in Mexico [1].
Here's a quick rundown of the models added to the recall list:
- Model: 34692 Description: LATITUDE 90 QT ROLLER Date Code: 07/2020-09/2021
- Model: 34785 Description: LATITUDE 90 QT ROLLER Date Code: 10/2021-12/2022
- Model: 34790 Description: MAXCOLD LATITUDE 90 QT ROLLER Date Code: 10/2021-02/2023 [2]
So, if you own any of these coolers, it's a smart move to stop using them immediately and get in touch with Igloo for a free replacement handle. If you have questions or need more information, be sure to reach out to Igloo toll-free at 888-943-5182, Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET [1].
Sources:[1] United States Consumer Product Safety Commission[2] CPSC Recall Database[3] Igloo Recall Notice[4] Igloo Frequently Asked Questions
- In light of the Igloo cooler recall expansion, it would be wise to check if your kitchen tools products, such as the Igloo 90 Qt. Flip & Tow Rolling Cooler, are included in the list, especially if purchased from Costco, Target, Academy, Dick's, or other stores, or online through Amazon, Igloocoolers.com, or home-and-garden websites.
- To identify your cooler, verify the date of manufacture at the bottom in a circular pattern, as specific models like the LATITUDE 90 QT ROLLER, such as those with model numbers 34692, 34785, and 34790, have been recalled due to safety issues.
- Fortunately, Igloo offers a free replacement handle for the recalled coolers, so if you own one, it's crucial to stop using it immediately and contact Igloo toll-free at 888-943-5182 for assistance.
- In addition, incidentally, the expanded recall follows reports of numerous injuries, including fingertip amputations or fractures, due to the potential hazard of the tow handle pinching fingers.
- Keeping up with realsimple lifestyle information, maintaining awareness of food safety, and ensuring the use of appropriate kitchen tools products is essential for safety and health within your home.
