Nearly 900,000 Air Jet and Hydro Jet Spa Pumps recalled for fire hazard after death

(WHTM) — Nearly 900,000 Air Jet and Hydro Jet Spa Pumps have been recalled for a fire hazard after a death.

According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) , they are recalling about 866,000 Air Jet and Hydro Jet Spa Pumps because the units can overheat causing the plastic housing to ignite, posing a fire hazard.

CSPC says they are aware of at least three fires reportedly involving the spa pumps, which includes one January 2024 house fire that resulted in a fatality.

The Commission also says that another fire occurred that caused significant property damage and currently, there are seven additional incidents involving the spa pumps which are under investigation.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled spa pumps and contact Bestway to receive a free replacement spa pump, or a refund of $100 for AirJet Spa Pumps, or $189 for the HydroJet Spa Pumps.

The recalled spa pumps were sold together with spa liners online at Bestway USA, Amazon, Costco, Walmart, Sam’s Club, QVC, RuralKing and Spreetail and at other stores nationwide from May 2021 through May 2024.

The units were sold for between $400 and $790.

This recall only includes AirJet and HydroJet Spa Pump model numbers P05332, P05339, P05711 , P05807, P07000, P07001, P05511, P07034, and P07572. “Bestway” and the model number are printed on the label on the side or back of the spa pump.

The recall number is 24-359.

Consumers can contact Bestway toll-free at 888-943-2396 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.bestwayusa.com/product-safety-and-recall or www.bestwayusa.com

abc27 news will keep you updated as more information becomes available.

For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to ABC27.