Fire Hazard Prompts Recall of Thousands of IcyBreeze Portable Misting Fans

Approximately 22,600 IcyBreeze Buddy portable misting fans are being recalled due to a fire hazard, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). The recalled units have the potential to overheat while charging and ignite.

The affected product is the IcyBreeze Buddy, a battery-operated portable misting fan designed for outdoor use. These fans feature a 1.5-liter water tank and can operate for up to seven hours on a rechargeable 10,000 mAh lithium-ion battery or via AC power. The product displays “ICYBREEZE” on both the fan and its base and was sold in slate blue, gray, and seafoam color options. The recalled units were sold online at http://www.icybreeze.com and Amazon.com between November 2023 and August 2024 for approximately $150. The importer of these fans is IcyBreeze Cooling LLC, based in Grapevine, Texas, and they were manufactured in China.

Consumers who own a recalled IcyBreeze Buddy portable misting fan are advised to immediately cease using the product. To participate in the recall, consumers must visit a dedicated webpage at https://www.icybreeze.com/buddy-recall-information and follow the provided instructions. This process involves submitting a form online that includes a photograph verifying that the power cord has been cut. Upon successful submission, consumers will receive a $150 credit redeemable at one of the Solo Brands. A list of participating brands can be found at http://www.solobrands.com. Proof of purchase is not required for this recall. After submitting the form, consumers should dispose of the misting fan in accordance with local and state regulations. It is important to note that this recalled lithium-ion battery and device should not be disposed of in regular trash, curbside recycling bins, or standard battery recycling boxes found at retail stores. Consumers should contact their municipal household hazardous waste (HHW) collection center to inquire about proper disposal methods for recalled lithium-ion batteries, as they require different disposal procedures due to a heightened fire risk.

The firm has reported seven instances where the misting fan overheated during charging, with two of these incidents resulting in a fire. Fortunately, no injuries have been reported in connection with these incidents.

Article by Mel Anara, based upon information from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

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