Extended recall of Igloo coolers with fingertip amputation risk extended – These are the affected products in the U.S.

If you recently bought an Igloo cooler—especially one with wheels—you will want to keep reading. Igloo has just extended its recall of certain rolling coolers after more reports came in about a serious safety issue: the handle can suddenly snap shut and pinch or even amputate your fingertip. Yes, you read that right—amputate.

Back in February, Igloo Products Corp. first recalled over a million coolers due to this same problem. But now, they are adding about 130,000 more coolers to the list, specifically the Igloo 90 Quart Flip & Tow Rolling Coolers that were made before January 2024. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) confirmed the recall update, and it is no small matter.

If you are someone who uses these coolers for tailgating, camping, or beach days, you need to check if your cooler is part of this recall.

What’s the risk with these Igloo coolers?

So, what exactly is going wrong? The problem lies with the cooler’s telescoping handle. When you try to lift or move the cooler, the handle can collapse too quickly and trap your fingers between the cooler body and the handle itself.

Since the initial February 13 recall, Igloo has received 78 new reports of injuries, including 26 fingertip amputations and several bone fractures. The injuries have mainly occurred while lifting the coolers, especially when people had their fingers near the moving parts of the handle.

Imagine grabbing your cooler to lift it into your car, only for the handle to snap back and crush your finger—that is exactly what happened to dozens of people.

Which Igloo coolers are affected by the recall?

This latest recall update affects the Igloo 90 Quart Flip & Tow Rolling Coolers, specifically those manufactured before January 2024. These were sold at major retailers like:

• Costco
  
• Target
  
• Dick’s Sporting Goods
  

Here are key features to help you identify the recalled models:

• 90-quart capacity
  
• Flip-and-tow design with wheels
  
• Telescoping handle
  
• Sold across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico
  

In total, the full recall includes:

• 1,190,000 coolers in the United States
  
• 47,000 coolers in Canada
  
• 23,000 coolers in Mexico
  

So if you bought a rolling Igloo cooler from any of those stores—or online—before 2024, it is worth double-checking.

What should you do if you own a recalled Igloo cooler?

If you find out your cooler is part of the recall, do not use it until you fix the issue. The good news is, Igloo is not asking you to return the entire cooler. Instead, they are offering a free latch retrofit kit. This kit will help make the handle safer to use.

Here is what you should do:

1. Go to Igloo’s recall page
   
2. Look up your model number (usually found inside the lid or on a label)
   
3. Request a free latch retrofit kit
   
4. Wait for it to arrive and follow the instructions to install it
   

If you have questions, you can also contact Igloo directly. But do not delay—this is a real risk that could cause serious injury.

Has anyone taken legal action against Igloo?

As of now, there have been no major lawsuits reported. However, with dozens of serious injuries, including permanent fingertip loss, legal action could be on the horizon. Companies like Igloo are held to strict safety standards, and a defect like this is something they are taking very seriously.

Igloo has said they are committed to safety, and that this recall is being done voluntarily in coordination with the CPSC. If you were hurt by one of these coolers, you may want to consult a legal expert to see what your options are.

Can you still buy Igloo coolers?

Yes, you can—but make sure you are buying one that was manufactured after January 2024 or one that has already been fixed. The issue seems limited to older units of the 90 Quart Flip & Tow models.

If you are shopping in-store, ask a sales associate. If you are buying online, check the product description or contact the seller to confirm the manufacturing date.

Your safety should always come first, especially with a product as widely used as a cooler.

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