CPSC Recall in 2019: Igloo Recalls Marine Coolers Due to Entrapment and Suffocation Hazards

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 19-117

Date: May 08, 2019

Product Name: Igloo Marine Elite Coolers

Recall Description:

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  

Hazard Description:

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.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Repair

Units: About 60,000

Incidents:

Igloo has received one report of a child who became entrapped in the cooler before being freed by an adult.

Sold At:

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.

Manufactured In:

USA