CPSC recall 04-553, announced May 27, 2004, covers Coast Mountain Spas (25 units). The motor in the circulating pump can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers. The notice cites 3 incident reports. Consumers should stop using the spas immediately and contact the Spa Fulfillment Center to arrange for installation of a free replacement pump capacitor. Recall contact: call (800) 899-6896.
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.
The recalled units have a capacitor made by Motors Capacitor Inc., which can be identified by a label on the motor that has the words, "Tiny Might." The spas have an acrylic liner with western red cedar siding and seat up to six adults.
Which products are included?
The recalled Coast Mountain® spas have various model names, including Cypress, Seymour, Cowichan, Washington and Robson spas. The model name is located on the top corner of the spa. The recalled units have a capacitor made by Motors Capacitor Inc., which can be identified by a label on the motor that has the words, "Tiny Might." The spas have an acrylic liner with western red cedar siding and seat up to six adults.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The motor in the circulating pump can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Incidents and injuries
A. O. Smith has received three reports of overheating, resulting in fires. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the spas immediately and contact the Spa Fulfillment Center to arrange for installation of a free replacement pump capacitor.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Coast Mountain Spas
- Manufacturer
- Coast Mountain® Spas, of Langley, British Columbia, Canada, A. O. Smith Electrical Products Company, of Tipp City, Ohio
- Recall number
- 04-553
- Units
- 25
- Manufactured in
- Canada, Taiwan, United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Coast Mountain dealers sold these spas in Washington, Idaho and Alaska, from January 1996 through October 2002, for between $4,000 and $8,000.
Coast Mountain Spas
CPSC product type: Hot Tubs/Spas
Recall contact information
Consumers may contact the Spa Fulfillment Center at (800) 899-6896 between 8:30 a.m. and 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
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