CPSC recall 19-117, announced May 8, 2019, covers Igloo Marine Elite Coolers (about 60,000 units). The cooler's stainless-steel latch can automatically lock when the lid is closed, allowing a person to become locked inside the air tight container, posing entrapment and suffocation hazards. The notice cites 1 incident report. Consumers should immediately put the coolers out of the reach of children. Recall contact: call 866-509-3503, or go to www.igloocoolers.com.
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
"Igloo Marine Elite Cooler" and the quart size are printed on a label on the coolers.
Which products are included?
This recall includes only Igloo Marine Elite line of coolers that are white with stainless-steel latches. The coolers were made for use on boats and marine environments. The Igloo logo is embossed on the metal latch and on the outside of the coolers. The coolers were sold in 54, 72, 94, 110, and 150 quart sizes. "Igloo Marine Elite Cooler" and the quart size are printed on a label on the coolers. The 110 quart model of the cooler has two wheels and a metal handle that can be used to pull the cooler. Igloo cooler models Igloo Marine Elite 54 quart Igloo Marine Elite 72 quart Igloo Marine Elite Legend 94 quart Igloo Marine Elite Glide 110 quart Igloo Marine Elite Contour 150 quart
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The cooler's stainless-steel latch can automatically lock when the lid is closed, allowing a person to become locked inside the air tight container, posing entrapment and suffocation hazards.
Incidents and injuries
Igloo has received one report of a child who became entrapped in the cooler before being freed by an adult.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately put the coolers out of the reach of children. Contact Igloo for instructions on removing and disposing of the old latch and for a free replacement latch.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Igloo Products
- Manufacturer
- Igloo Products Corp., of Katy, Texas
- Recall number
- 19-117
- Units
- About 60,000
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- West Marine, Sportman's Warehouse, other home and recreational stores nationwide, and online at Amazon.com and www.igloocoolers.com from January 2015 through March 2019 for between $10 and $180.
Recall contact information
Igloo toll-free at 866-509-3503 between 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or online at www.igloocoolers.com and click on “Contact Us” at the bottom left of the webpage.
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