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CPSCCPSC · Consumer products·Recall number 12211

Hot Spring Spas and Limelight Hot Tubs

Published June 28, 2012

Summary

CPSC records recall 12211, published June 28, 2012. Recalling firm: Spa Manufacturer: Watkins Manufacturing Corp., dba Hot Spring Spas and Limelight Hot Tubs, of Vista, Calif.; Reported units: About 5,600.

What's the hazard

A loose internal electrical connection of the spa heaters can overheat and ignite, posing a fire hazard.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled spas and shut off power to the spa unit, following instructions provided in the owner's manual or by the Watkins-Therm Products Response Hotline. Consumers should contact the Watkins-Therm Products Response Hotline or their Watkins Manufacturing spa dealer for a free replacement heater and installation by a service technician. Watkins Manufacturing spa dealers are also contacting all affected owners to schedule the free installation of a replacement heater.

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Recall details

Brand
Spa Manufacturer: Watkins Manufacturing Corp., dba Hot Spring Spas and Limelight Hot Tubs, of Vista, Calif.
Manufacturer
Spa Manufacturer: Watkins Manufacturing Corp., dba Hot Spring Spas and Limelight Hot Tubs, of Vista, Calif.
Distributor
Independent spa dealers nationwide from March 2011 to March 2012 for between $6,000 and $12,000.
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was Hot Spring Spas and Limelight Hot Tubs recalled?

Yes. CPSC published recall 12211 on June 28, 2012. Reported hazard: A loose internal electrical connection of the spa heaters can overheat and ignite, posing a fire hazard.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled spas and shut off power to the spa unit, following instructions provided in the owner's manual or by the Watkins-Therm Products Response Hotline. Consumers should contact the Watkins-Therm Products Response Hotline or their Watkins Manufacturing spa dealer for a free replacement heater and installation by a service technician. Watkins Manufacturing spa dealers are also contacting all affected owners to schedule the free installation of a replacement heater.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: Spa Manufacturer: Watkins Manufacturing Corp., dba Hot Spring Spas and Limelight Hot Tubs, of Vista, Calif..

View official CPSC notice(opens on cpsc.gov)