In distressing news, Igloo has expanded the recall of its coolers to 1.2 million units due to a severe risk of fingertip injuries, including amputations.
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Following 78 reported incidents, consumers are urged to stop using these coolers immediately.
This recall echoes frustrations over insufficient product safety regulations, putting buyers at risk once more.
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) unveiled that Igloo has expanded its recall specifically involving the 90-quart Flip & Tow Rolling Coolers.
The decision came after 78 additional reports of injuries, 26 of which were major, necessitating this urgent action.
Initially announced in February, this recall underscores the critical concerns about consumer safety and regulatory oversight.
The hazard arises from the tow handle design flaw that can inadvertently pinch and crush users’ fingers.
Such negligence highlights broader worries about manufacturing standards and corporate accountability.
Between January 2019 and January 2025, potentially dangerous coolers were sold through major retailers like Costco, Target, and Amazon, affecting thousands of unsuspecting buyers.
With the recall now expanded, an additional 130,000 units are impacted, including significant numbers in Canada and Mexico.
Customers should check for the date of manufacture, ensuring it’s before January 2024, to determine if their unit is affected.
The ongoing oversight in consumer product safety continues to concern everyday Americans, whose safety lies in the hands of these multinational companies.
Consumers are instructed to contact Igloo for a replacement tow handle and to refrain from using the coolers until resolved.
For immediate assistance, Igloo customer service is available at 1-888-943-5182.
Full details and a list of recalled coolers can be found on Igloo’s official recall site. Stay informed to safeguard your family from needless risks due to corporate oversight failures.
#RECALL:@igloocoolers
expands recall to nearly 1.2 million 90 qt Rolling Coolers; fingertip amputation and crushing hazards. The tow handle can pinch consumers’ fingertips against the cooler. Get free replacement handle. CONTACT: 888-943-5182. Read more: https://t.co/ZlUJUsK91C pic.twitter.com/5TaO8gnPqB— Igloo Coolers (@iglooproducts) May 9, 2025
“Igloo recently expanded a cooler recall to 1.2 million, noting dozens of people reported injuries while using the product,” Fox Business reports.
As we’ve witnessed, reliance on consumer protection agencies and manufacturers’ assurances can fall short.
This incident serves as a stark reminder for citizens to remain vigilant about product safety information and to demand higher standards from companies, prioritizing consumer well-being over profits.
