CPSC, A. O. Smith Co. Announce Recall of Spas
What was recalled
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.
Hazard
The motor in the circulating pump can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Injuries
A. O. Smith has received three reports of overheating, resulting in fires. No injuries have been reported.
Made in
Canada, Taiwan, United States
Where it was sold
- Coast Mountain dealers sold these spas in Washington, Idaho and Alaska, from January 1996 through October 2002, for between $4,000 and $8,000.
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