CPSC recall 08-407, announced September 24, 2008, covers Igloo Marine Elite Coolers (about 7,200 units). Sharp edges on the stainless steel latch attached to the cooler can pose a laceration hazard to consumers. The notice cites 8 incident reports. Consumers should stop using the cooler immediately and contact Igloo Products Corp. to receive a free latch replacement kit. Recall contact: call (888) 257-0934, or go to www.igloocoolers.com/safetyalert.
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Which products are included?
This recall involves Marine Elite coolers sold in white with stainless steel latches. The coolers were sold in four sizes: 72-quart, 94-quart, 128-quart and 162-quart.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
Sharp edges on the stainless steel latch attached to the cooler can pose a laceration hazard to consumers.
Incidents and injuries
Igloo Products has received eight reports of lacerations requiring stitches on the consumer's legs or arms.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the cooler immediately and contact Igloo Products Corp. to receive a free latch replacement kit.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Igloo Products
- Manufacturer
- Igloo Products Corp., of Katy, Texas
- Recall number
- 08-407
- Units
- About 7,200
- Manufactured in
- United States, China
- Sold at / sales period
- West Marine stores nationwide from January 2008 to July 2008 for between $80 and $375.
Igloo Marine Elite Coolers
CPSC product type: Coolers
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Igloo Products toll-free at (888) 257-0934 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.igloocoolers.com/safetyalert
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