Recall 18-120, published March 13, 2018
Maax Spas hot tubs and swim spas
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.
Affected model numbers
EA-4H-5The generator's model number is EA-4H-5.
Which products are included?
This recall involves MAAX Spas hot tubs and swim spas containing a Delta UV generator. The generator is used to sanitize the water and plumbing inside the hot tub or swim spa. The generator's model number is EA-4H-5. The model numbers for the hot tubs and swim spas are: 461; 470; 471; 472; 480; 481; 482; 780; 781; 5200; 5300; 5400; 5600; 7000; 7500; 8000; 8500; 9000; DT6; ENV; ES; ESX; GRD; LT6; MON; MT6; NUG; PRS; RB4; RL4; RS1; RS2; XB4; XL4; XSD; XSL; XSP; and XSR. The model name is the first 3 or 4 digits of the hot tub or swim spa serial number, and is engraved into a silver plate on the lower right or lower left corner of the front side of the hot tub or swim spa.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The UV generator inside the hot tub and swim spa can ignite while in use, posing a fire hazard.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the hot tubs and swim spas and contact a MAAX Spas' dealer for a free repair.
- Brand
- MAAX Spas Industries Corp., Chandler, Arizona
- Recall published
- March 13, 2018
- Category
- Generators
- Units
- About 550 in the U.S. (In addition, about 630 were sold in Canada)
- Sold at / sales period
- Independent hot tub and swim spa retailers nationwide, from January 2012 through July 2015. Hot tubs were sold for about $4,000 to $15,000. Swim spas were sold for about $16,000 to $30,000.
