Watkins Manufacturing has recalled approximately 32,900 Hydromassage rotary jets (6-fin) found in eight models of Highlife Collection spas. The jets can create suction that entangles hair, potentially holding a user's head underwater. The recall includes model years 2023, 2024, and 2025 sold by independent dealers nationwide between October 2022 and September 2025. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled jets and contact Watkins Wellness for a free repair kit.
The rotary jets can create a strong suction force that entangles hair, pulling the user's head underwater and posing a severe drowning risk. One incident of hair entanglement has already been reported.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled jets and go to the firm's website http://www.hotspring.com/recalls to determine if their spa has them. If it is determined that the spa has the recalled parts, contact the firm to obtain instructions and a video that demonstrates how to turn the recalled jets off and how to install free replacement jet inserts in your spa. Consumers will need the serial number located on the front of the spa to make the determination.
Recall involves the 6-fin rotary jets specifically. Consumers need the serial number from the front of the spa to verify eligibility via the firm's website.
Recalled Highlife Spa Collection
Location of the serial number on the Highlife Collection spas
Recalled Hydromassage rotary jet with 6 fins
The recalled jets have a red circle around them
If you or a family member were harmed by this recalled product, you may have legal rights. Consider consulting a consumer protection attorney to understand your options for compensation.
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Sources: CPSC Notice · Raw API Response