CPSC recall · Reported February 12, 2026
Watkins Manufacturing Recalls Hydromassage Rotary Jets in Highlife Collection Spas Due to Entanglement and Drowning Hazards
The hydromassage rotary jets can create a suction force that allows the user's hair to be entangled, submerging their head underwater, posing entanglement and drowning hazards to …
The CPSC recalled This recall involves Hydromassage rotary jets (6 fin) in Highlife Collection spas and als….
Watkins Manufacturing Recalls Hydromassage Rotary Jets in Highlife Collection Spas Due to… was recalled and listed by the CPSC in February 12, 2026. Reason: The hydromassage rotary jets can create a suction force that allows the user's hair to be entangled, submergi…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled jets and go to the firm's website ht…. Verify recall #26268 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
issued this CPSC recall-The hydromassage rotary jets can create a suction force that allows the user's hair to be entangled, submergi….
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- agency class
- February 12, 2026
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #26268 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 1 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
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Product description
This recall involves Hydromassage rotary jets (6 fin) in Highlife Collection spas and also sold as replacement parts. There are eight models included in this collection: Grandee, Envoy, Vanguard, Aria, Prodigy, Sovereign, Jetsetter and Jetsetter LX. The recalled jets are found in model year 2023, 2024 and 2025 Highlife Collection spas.
Reason for recall
The hydromassage rotary jets can create a suction force that allows the user's hair to be entangled, submerging their head underwater, posing entanglement and drowning hazards to the user.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled jets and go to the firm's website http://www.hotspring.com/recalls to determine if their spa has them. If it is determined that the spa has the recalled parts, contact the firm to obtain instructions and a video that demonstrates how to turn the recalled jets off and how to install free replacement jet inserts in your spa. Consumers will need the serial number located on the front of the spa to make the determination.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 26268 |
| Date reported | February 12, 2026 |
| Date initiated | February 12, 2026 |
| Recalling firm | Not disclosed |
| Affected scope | About 32,900 units (In addition, about 853 were sold in Canada) |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled jets and go to the firm's website http://www.hotspring.com/recalls to determ…
- Check the recall number (26268) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
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