Quick answer
CPSC recall 26-685 covers certain Cooluli 10-liter and 15-liter minifridges with an internal power supply, both AC and DC ports on the rear, and a removable power cord that does not have an external power brick. The recalled Infinity, Classic, Glow Beauty, and Vibe Series units have batch numbers 1535 through 1545 or 1200000 through 1202080. Find the model or ITEM# and batch number on the label inside the door, then enter those details on Cooluli's official recall page. Stop using an affected unit. Cooluli's remedy is a free replacement DC power cord and a permanent label that covers the AC port; the company requires verified owners to unplug the unit, cut the existing power cord, and submit photos. Do not cut anything until the official checker confirms your unit and Cooluli gives you the exact instructions.
Safety before you start
Stop using and unplug a recalled unit if it is cool, dry, and safe to approach. Do not touch a hot, smoking, sparking, melted, wet, or damaged fridge or cord; move everyone away and call 911 for smoke or fire. Never open the housing, repair the internal switch, bypass an interlock, alter a power port, or substitute a cord. Follow Cooluli's photo and cord-cutting steps only after the official recall process confirms the unit. If unplugging would expose you to heat, damaged wiring, or liquid near electricity, leave it in place and contact emergency services or a qualified electrician.
What you need
- Phone camera for the inside-door label, cord, and rear ports
- Flashlight
- Cooluli official recall checker
- Original removable power cord, kept unplugged
- Cooluli's case-specific remedy instructions
Step-by-step
Stop use before doing the label check
If the minifridge may match the recall, switch it off and unplug it only when it is safe to approach. Do not reconnect it just to test whether it still cools. A unit that looks normal can still contain the recalled switch configuration.
Confirm the size and named series
Look for a 10L or 15L Cooluli unit in the Infinity, Classic, Glow Beauty, or Vibe Series. Other sizes or series should not be assumed recalled from appearance alone; use the official checker or contact Cooluli if the identity is unclear.
Photograph the inside-door label
Open the door and photograph the label showing the model or ITEM# and batch number. CPSC lists batch ranges 1535–1545 and 1200000–1202080. Keep the full photo rather than relying on a handwritten transcription.
Check the cord and rear-port layout
The recall describes units with an internal power supply, two rear ports labeled for AC and DC, and a removable cord without an external power brick. Do not remove a panel or probe either port. These visual details support identification but do not replace Cooluli's confirmation.
Enter the details on Cooluli's recall page
Use Cooluli's Product Notices & Recalls page, not a marketplace message or social-media link. Enter the photographed model and batch details and retain the case confirmation. Contact Cooluli directly if the label is missing or unreadable.
Follow the confirmed remedy exactly
For an eligible unit, Cooluli provides a free replacement DC cord and a permanent label to cover the AC port. The recall process asks the owner to unplug the fridge, cut the existing power cord, and submit photographs. Wait for Cooluli's exact directions before cutting; do not cut a connected cord or modify the fridge itself.
Escalate damage instead of handling it
CPSC reports smoking, sparking, burning, melting, overheating, fires, property damage, and one smoke-inhalation injury. If you see heat damage or smell burning, isolate the area without touching the unit and contact emergency services, Cooluli, and your insurer as appropriate.
Four identifiers must line up
- Capacity: 10 liters or 15 liters.
- Series: Infinity, Classic, Glow Beauty, or Vibe.
- Batch: 1535–1545 or 1200000–1202080 on the inside-door label.
- Power layout: internal supply, rear AC and DC ports, and removable cord with no external brick.
- Final decision: confirmation through Cooluli's official recall process.
The remedy removes use of the hazardous AC path
CPSC says the electrical switch can short circuit, creating fire and burn hazards. The agency lists 19 incident reports involving smoking, sparking, burning, melting, overheating, or fire, more than $80,000 in property damage, and one smoke-inhalation injury.
The remedy is not an internal DIY repair. Cooluli supplies a replacement DC cord and a permanent label that covers the AC port after the owner completes the official verification and documentation process.
Where and when the recalled units were sold
CPSC says about 250,000 units were sold through Amazon and Cooluli from January 2019 through October 2024 for about $80 to $120. Purchase history can help identify a unit, but the product label and Cooluli confirmation control recall eligibility.
Common questions
Are all Cooluli minifridges recalled?
No. The recall is limited to specified 10L and 15L series, batch ranges, and power configurations. Verify the inside-door label through Cooluli rather than matching only the color or shape.
Can I keep using only the DC port while I wait?
No. CPSC says consumers should immediately stop using the recalled minifridges. Resume use only as directed after completing Cooluli's remedy process.
Should I cut the cord now?
Not until Cooluli confirms the unit and supplies its exact recall instructions. Never cut a connected cord, and do not open or alter the fridge housing or power ports.
Sources and further reading
This article is original FixMate editorial content informed by the references below. Always follow manufacturer instructions and local code.
