DIY Cold Plunge Recalls Sauna Heater Kits Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Fire Hazard
USDIY Cold Plunge Recalls Sauna Heater Kits Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Fire Hazard
Recalling Firm: Plunge Buddy LLC, doing business as DIY Cold Plunge, of North Mankato, Minnesota
Motif du rappel / Danger
TranslatedElectrical conductors within the sauna heater kits can overheat, posing a fire hazard and risk of serious injury or death.
Description du produit & Identification
TranslatedThis recall involves the DIY Sauna Heater Kit. The product is a do-it-yourself kit for consumers to assemble a heating fixture with four heat-lamp bulbs (sold separately) and a metal enclosure intended for use in a separate do-it-yourself sauna enclosure, for which carpentry plans are sold separately. The Sauna Heater Kit includes a stainless steel cage (which weighs about 16 lbs., and measures 12"H x 12"W x 8"D when assembled), screws/bolts for assembly, four ceramic bulb sockets, three wire connectors, two ground pigtails, and a three-prong power cord. The recalled Sauna Heater Kit is intended to attach to a customer-built wood frame.
Produits concernés
TranslatedDIY Sauna Heater Kits
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/DIY-Cold-Plunge-Recalls-Sauna-Heater-Kits-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-or-Death-from-Fire-Hazard |
| Title | DIY Cold Plunge Recalls Sauna Heater Kits Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Fire Hazard |
| Images › 1 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/diy-1.png |
| Images › 1 › Caption | Recalled DIY Sauna Heater Kit (shown assembled in sauna) |
| Images › 2 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/diy-2.png |
| Images › 2 › Caption | Recalled DIY Sauna Heater Kit (product photo from diycoldplunge.com) |
| Hazards › Name | Electrical conductors within the sauna heater kits can overheat, posing a fire hazard and risk of serious injury or death. |
| Injuries › Name | The firm has received 12 reports of units overheating. No fires or injuries have been reported. |
| Products › Name | DIY Sauna Heater Kits |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 675 (In addition, about 14 were sold in Canada) |
| Recall I D | 10679 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should stop using the recalled Sauna Heater Kit immediately and register at www.diycoldplunge.com/pages/recall for a full refund. Consumers will be asked to submit written and photo proof that the product has been destroyed/disposed of or request a prepaid shipping label to return the product. |
| Retailers › Name | Online at www.diycoldplunge.com from March 2025 through February 2026 for between $400 and $500. |
| Recall Date | 2026-03-26T00:00:00 |
| Description | This recall involves the DIY Sauna Heater Kit. The product is a do-it-yourself kit for consumers to assemble a heating fixture with four heat-lamp bulbs (sold separately) and a metal enclosure intended for use in a separate do-it-yourself sauna enclosure, for which carpentry plans are sold separately. The Sauna Heater Kit includes a stainless steel cage (which weighs about 16 lbs., and measures 12"H x 12"W x 8"D when assembled), screws/bolts for assembly, four ceramic bulb sockets, three wire connectors, two ground pigtails, and a three-prong power cord. The recalled Sauna Heater Kit is intended to attach to a customer-built wood frame. |
| Recall Number | 26349 |
| Manufacturers › Name | Plunge Buddy LLC, doing business as DIY Cold Plunge, of North Mankato, Minnesota |
| Remedy Options › Option | Refund |
| Inconjunctions › U R L | https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/diy-sauna-heater-kits-recalled-due-fire-hazard |
| Consumer Contact | DIY Cold Plunge by email at orders@diycoldplunge.com or online at www.diycoldplunge.com/pages/recall or www.diycoldplunge.com and click on "Recall Information" at the bottom of the page for more information. |
| Last Publish Date | 2026-03-27T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | United States |
Consumer Action Protocol: What You Should Do Immediately
Safety StepsCheck the model number, serial number, and date stamp on the rating label on the back or underside of the product.
Immediately discontinue using the product. Unplug electrical items and keep juvenile items out of reach of children.
Under statutory consumer protection rules, consumers are entitled to a full refund, certified replacement, or free repair kit without needing the original sales receipt.
If you suffered an injury, illness, or property damage from this product, file an official incident report with regulatory authorities (CPSC).
Your Legal Rights as a Consumer
Recalls are legally binding corrective safety actions overseen by statutory government bodies. Recalling entities are legally prohibited from charging consumers for official safety remedies. If a retailer or dealership refuses your recall remedy, notify the issuing regulatory agency immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions About This Recall
FAQ GuideQ1:What should I do immediately if I own or bought DIY Cold Plunge Recalls Sauna Heater Kits Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Fire Hazard?
Immediately stop using the product and keep it out of reach of children. Disconnect power if electrical, and do not attempt makeshift home repairs.
Q2:Can I get a full refund or free repair for this recall?
Yes. Recalling manufacturers and retail merchants are required under consumer protection regulations to offer a statutory remedy—typically a full refund, certified repair kit, or replacement unit.
Q3:Do I need my original sales receipt to claim a remedy or refund?
In most recall cases, no receipt is required. Because safety recalls are matters of public health and statutory compliance, retailers and manufacturers routinely issue refunds, store credit, or replacement kits upon presentation of the affected product or lot code.
Q4:Where can I verify official information for this safety alert?
This safety alert is aggregated directly from official regulatory agency records (CPSC). You can click the 'Official Agency Alert' link on this page to view the primary government notice and contact the manufacturer directly.
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