CPSC, A. O. Smith Co. Announce Recall of Spas
Source: CPSC Recall #04553
Recall Date
2004-05-27
Manufacturer
Coast Mountain® Spas, of Langley, British Columbia, Canada, A. O. Smith Electrical Products Company, of Tipp City, Ohio
Units Affected
25
Products Involved
Coast Mountain Spas
Hazard
The motor in the circulating pump can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the spas immediately and contact the Spa Fulfillment Center to arrange for installation of a free replacement pump capacitor.
Reported Injuries
A. O. Smith has received three reports of overheating, resulting in fires. No injuries have been reported.
Sold At
Coast Mountain dealers sold these spas in Washington, Idaho and Alaska, from January 1996 through October 2002, for between $4,000 and $8,000.
Manufactured In
United StatesTaiwanCanada
Full Recall Description
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.
Data source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) via SaferProducts.gov.
For the most current recall information, check directly with CPSC or the manufacturer.
Last verified: 2026-03-28