CPSC Recall in 2018: MAAX Spas Recalls Hot Tubs and Swim Spas Due to Fire Hazard

Updated on March 25, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 18-120

Date: March 13, 2018

Product Name: Maax Spas hot tubs and swim spas

Recall 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.

Hazard Description:

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

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Repair

Units: About 550 in the U.S. (In addition, about 630 were sold in Canada)

Incidents:

Maax Spas has received six reports of generators in the affected hot tubs and swim spas igniting and causing damage to the generators and surrounding hot tub or swim spa components. There have been no reports of injuries.

Sold At:

Independent hot tub and swim spa retailers nationwide, from  January 2012 through July 2015.  Hot tubs were sold for about $4,000 to $15,000.  Swim spas were sold for about $16,000 to $30,000.  

Manufactured In:

United States