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MAAX Spas Recalls Hot Tubs and Swim Spas Due to Fire Hazard

Reported: March 13, 2018 Initiated: March 13, 2018 #18120

Product Description

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.

Reason for Recall

The UV generator inside the hot tub and swim spa can ignite while in use, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the hot tubs and swim spas and contact a MAAX Spas' dealer for a free repair.

Details

Units Affected
About 550 in the U.S. (In addition, about 630 were sold in Canada)
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2018/MAAX-Spas-Recalls-Hot-Tubs-and-Swim-Spas-Due-to-Fire-Hazard

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
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.. Recalled by MAAX Spas Industries Corp., Chandler, Arizona. Units affected: About 550 in the U.S. (In addition, about 630 were sold in Canada).
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The UV generator inside the hot tub and swim spa can ignite while in use, posing a fire hazard.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using the hot tubs and swim spas and contact a MAAX Spas' dealer for a free repair.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on March 13, 2018. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 18120.

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