CPSC Recalls

Recalls / 2003-12-09

CPSC, Firms Announce Recall of Infinity and Lifestyle Spas

04047 · Recalled 2003-12-09 · CPSC page

Recalled MAAX Spa equipped with Motor Capacitor
Recalled MAAX Spa equipped with Motor Capacitor

Description

The recall involves Infinity and Lifestyle model spas manufactured by MAAX Spas. Only MAAX Spas equipped with a Motor Capacitor Inc. capacitor are included in this recall. Units that contain the capacitor have a label on the motor that reads, "Tiny Might." Various models of the spas are included in the recall. Contact the MAAX Spa Fulfillment Center to determine if your model is included in the recall.

Hazards

The motor capacitor, which is a component of the circulating pump, can overheat. This poses a fire hazard.

Reported injuries

CPSC and MAAX Spas have received more than 100 reports of incidents of overheating of the motor capacitor. Twelve reports of overheating resulted in fires. No injuries or property damage, other than to the spa itself, have been reported.

Remedy

Contact the MAAX Spa Fulfillment Center to arrange for installation of a free replacement pump motor capacitor.

Products

NameModelUnits
Infinity and Lifestyle Spas13,000

Parties

Manufacturers
MAAX Spas, A.O. Smith Electrical Products Co., Motor Capacitors Inc.
Made in
Taiwan, United States, Canada
Sold at
MAAX spa dealers sold these spas in the U.S., Canada, from January 1998 through December 2001, for, 000, 000.

Consumer contact

Contact the MAAX Spa Fulfillment Center at (877) 259-0289 between 8:30 a.m. and 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

Source: CPSC recall 04047. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.