Published by The recall involves about 22,600 IcyBreeze Buddy Portable Misting Fans sold online through IcyBreeze.com and Amazon.com from November 2023 through August 2024. The fan has a 1.5-liter water tank for continuous misting and can operate using AC power or a 10,000 mAh rechargeable lithium-ion battery.
CPSC reported seven incidents of the misting fan overheating while charging, including two incidents that resulted in fire. No injuries were reported in the recall notice, but consumers were instructed to stop using the product, submit a recall form, cut the power cord, and dispose of the fan according to local lithium-ion battery disposal rules.
Consumers who experienced fire damage, smoke damage, burns, property loss, or other harm involving a recalled IcyBreeze Buddy misting fan may want to preserve photos, purchase records, recall submissions, disposal records, and any insurance or medical documentation for a legal evaluation.
Quick Facts
- IcyBreeze Buddy Portable Misting Fans were recalled on September 18, 2025, due to a fire hazard.
- The misting fan can overheat while charging and ignite.
- CPSC reported seven overheating incidents, including two fires.
- Consumers were offered a $150 credit for use at participating Solo Brands.
Table Of Contents
- Latest News & Updates on IcyBreeze Buddy Misting Fan Recall Lawsuits
- What Is the IcyBreeze Buddy Portable Misting Fan?
- Reported Risks or Injuries
- How Does the Problem Occur, and Who May Be Liable?
- Who May Be Affected?
- Do I Qualify?
- Do I Have an IcyBreeze Buddy Misting Fan Recall Lawsuit?
- Important Legal Actions or Recalls
- Potential Compensation
- Legal Process Overview
- Frequently Asked Questions About IcyBreeze Buddy Misting Fan Recall Lawsuits
- What is the IcyBreeze Buddy Misting Fan Recall Lawsuit Evaluation about?
- Which IcyBreeze Buddy misting fans were recalled?
- Why were IcyBreeze Buddy misting fans recalled?
- How many incidents were reported in the IcyBreeze Buddy recall?
- Who may qualify for an IcyBreeze Buddy Misting Fan Recall Lawsuit?
- What should I do with a recalled IcyBreeze Buddy fan?
- Can I throw the recalled fan in the trash?
- What evidence should I save before disposing of the fan?
- References
Latest News & Updates on IcyBreeze Buddy Misting Fan Recall Lawsuits
September 2025
CPSC announced the IcyBreeze Buddy Portable Misting Fan recall on September 18, 2025, warning that the misting fan can overheat while charging and ignite. The recall covers about 22,600 units imported by IcyBreeze Cooling LLC of Grapevine, Texas [1].
NFPA warns that lithium-ion batteries and devices containing them should not be placed in household garbage or recycling bins because they can cause fires during transport or at waste facilities. That concern is consistent with CPSC’s recall instructions requiring special disposal for the IcyBreeze Buddy’s lithium-ion battery device [2].
The U.S. Fire Administration notes that lithium-ion batteries can present fire dangers when they are not used, stored, charged, or disposed of properly. Products that charge indoors or near vehicles, patios, garages, tents, or stored gear can create damage beyond the device itself if a battery fire starts [3].
What Is the IcyBreeze Buddy Portable Misting Fan?
The IcyBreeze Buddy is a portable, battery-operated misting fan designed to cool users with airflow and water mist. It includes a 1.5-liter water tank and can run from AC power or from a 10,000 mAh rechargeable lithium-ion battery.
The recalled fans display “ICYBREEZE” on both the fan and the base. They were sold in slate blue, gray, and seafoam.
The product was sold online for about $150. Its design made it useful for places where consumers may not have a fixed outlet nearby, including outdoor gatherings, campsites, sports fields, garages, patios, tailgates, and travel settings.
That portability matters for evidence. A charging incident might happen in a house, vehicle, RV, garage, hotel room, or outdoor storage area, so photos of the fan, charger, cord, outlet, surrounding surface, and burned or melted items can help reconstruct what happened.
Reported Risks or Injuries
The reported hazard is overheating while charging, followed by possible ignition. CPSC reported seven overheating incidents, including two fires.
No injuries were reported in the recall notice. However, a charging fire can still cause burn risks, smoke exposure, property damage, and emergency-response costs depending on where the fan was charging.
Potential losses may involve damaged furniture, flooring, counters, vehicles, tents, camping gear, tools, electronics, or nearby personal property. A user who tries to unplug, move, or extinguish a burning device may face additional burn or smoke-related risk.
Lithium-ion battery fires can be difficult for consumers to handle because the device may produce intense heat, smoke, sparks, or reignition concerns. That is why recall documentation, fire department records, disposal instructions, and photos of the damaged area may become important in a legal review.
How Does the Problem Occur, and Who May Be Liable?
The problem may occur when the misting fan’s lithium-ion battery overheats while charging. If the battery or surrounding components ignite, the fan can become the starting point for a fire.
In a legal investigation, attorneys may examine the battery pack, charging circuitry, AC adapter, cord, thermal controls, enclosure materials, warning labels, product instructions, incident history, and recall timing. The product’s combination of water, portability, charging, and outdoor use may also be examined because consumers may use or store the fan in varied environments.
Potentially liable parties may include the importer, manufacturer, battery supplier, distributor, online seller, retailer, or other entities in the product chain. Liability depends on product identification, defect evidence, the circumstances of the fire, damages, causation, and applicable law.
The recall process may affect evidence preservation. Consumers are asked to submit a photograph showing the power cord has been cut and then dispose of the fan under local and state regulations, so anyone considering a claim should document the device and damage before cutting the cord or discarding the product.
Who May Be Affected?
Consumers who purchased an IcyBreeze Buddy Portable Misting Fan from IcyBreeze.com or Amazon.com between November 2023 and August 2024 may be affected. The recall involves about 22,600 units.
People may also be affected if they received the fan as a gift, used it at an event, stored it in shared space, or were near the device when it overheated. Property owners may have losses even if no one was physically injured.
Charging location can make a major difference in the claim. A fan that ignites on a concrete patio may cause limited damage, while the same failure inside a garage, vehicle, bedroom, or RV could create far more serious losses.
Do I Qualify?
You may qualify for a legal review if an IcyBreeze Buddy misting fan overheated, caught fire, smoked, melted, or caused damage while charging. A review will likely focus on product identification, purchase records, the charging setup, damage evidence, and whether anyone required medical care.
Useful documentation may include:
- Photos of the IcyBreeze Buddy fan, charger, power cord, battery area, base, model details, and color
- Amazon or IcyBreeze order records, email receipts, credit card records, delivery confirmations, or gift records
- Photos or video of smoke, burn marks, melted plastic, damaged flooring, vehicles, furniture, camping gear, or nearby items
- Fire department reports, insurance claims, repair estimates, cleaning invoices, or replacement receipts
- Medical records if anyone suffered burns, smoke exposure, breathing symptoms, or other injuries
Before completing the recall remedy, take clear photos of the full product, power cord, damage, and surrounding area. If local rules require disposal as hazardous waste, keep any disposal receipts or written instructions from the collection center.
Do I Have an IcyBreeze Buddy Misting Fan Recall Lawsuit?
If you or a loved one has been injured by an IcyBreeze Buddy misting fan, you may have legal options. Contact Schmidt & Clark for a free case review.
Important Legal Actions or Recalls
| Event | Month/Year | Type | Status | Notes | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IcyBreeze Buddy Portable Misting Fan recall announced | September 2025 | Consumer product recall | Refund/credit remedy announced | Recall involved about 22,600 portable misting fans sold online | CPSC |
| Charging-related fire hazard identified | September 2025 | Fire hazard | Reported | The fan can overheat while charging and ignite | CPSC |
| Overheating and fire reports disclosed | September 2025 | Consumer incident reports | Reported | The firm received seven overheating reports, including two fires | CPSC |
| Lithium-ion disposal instructions issued | September 2025 | Consumer safety guidance | Active | Consumers were told not to place the recalled device in trash, recycling, or retail battery recycling boxes | CPSC |
Potential Compensation
Potential compensation in an IcyBreeze Buddy misting fan claim may include emergency care, burn treatment, smoke-exposure evaluation, prescriptions, follow-up visits, and other medical expenses. Property losses may include damaged furniture, flooring, vehicles, camping equipment, electronics, tools, or household items.
More serious claims may involve pain and suffering, scarring, lost wages, temporary relocation costs, insurance deductibles, fire cleanup, repair costs, or replacement expenses. The value of a claim depends on the severity of injury or property loss, product evidence, incident documentation, and applicable law.
Compensation amounts vary by case. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes.
Legal Process Overview
Free case review: The review starts with the product, purchase history, charging location, incident facts, and the type of damage involved. Photos of the device before disposal are especially useful because the recall requires the power cord to be cut.
Evidence preservation: A recalled lithium-ion device may need to be handled carefully, but the evidence can still be documented. Photograph the fan, charger, cord, damaged area, and any property loss before following disposal instructions.
Investigation: Attorneys may review whether the fan matches the recall, whether the incident involved overheating while charging, and whether property or medical records support the claimed damages. Product listings, recall instructions, seller records, and insurance files may also be reviewed.
Filing: If the evidence supports a claim, a lawsuit may allege product defect, negligence, failure to warn, breach of warranty, or other claims depending on state law. Filing deadlines vary, so consumers should seek review promptly after a fire or injury.
Resolution: A claim may resolve through settlement, dismissal, court ruling, or trial. The timeline depends on product documentation, fire-cause evidence, damages, available defendants, and how the responsible parties respond.
Frequently Asked Questions About IcyBreeze Buddy Misting Fan Recall Lawsuits
What is the IcyBreeze Buddy Misting Fan Recall Lawsuit Evaluation about?
The IcyBreeze Buddy Misting Fan Recall Lawsuit Evaluation concerns potential claims by consumers who experienced fire damage, smoke damage, burns, or other losses after a recalled misting fan overheated while charging. The recall involves the IcyBreeze Buddy Portable Misting Fan.
Which IcyBreeze Buddy misting fans were recalled?
The recall covers IcyBreeze Buddy Portable Misting Fans sold in slate blue, gray, and seafoam. The recalled fans display “ICYBREEZE” on both the fan and the base.
Why were IcyBreeze Buddy misting fans recalled?
The fans were recalled because they can overheat while charging and ignite. CPSC identified the issue as a fire hazard.
How many incidents were reported in the IcyBreeze Buddy recall?
The firm received seven reports of the misting fan overheating while charging. Two of those reports resulted in fire, and no injuries were reported in the recall notice.
Who may qualify for an IcyBreeze Buddy Misting Fan Recall Lawsuit?
A person may qualify for an IcyBreeze Buddy Misting Fan Recall Lawsuit review if the recalled fan caused burns, smoke exposure, fire damage, or other documented losses. Photos, purchase records, recall submissions, disposal records, and insurance documents may help support the review.
What should I do with a recalled IcyBreeze Buddy fan?
CPSC instructed consumers to stop using the fan and follow the recall instructions to request a $150 credit. Consumers are asked to submit an online form with a photograph showing the power cord has been cut.
Can I throw the recalled fan in the trash?
No. CPSC says recalled lithium-ion batteries and devices should not be placed in household trash, general recycling, curbside recycling, or retail battery recycling boxes. Consumers should follow local household hazardous waste procedures.
What evidence should I save before disposing of the fan?
Save photos of the fan, charger, cord, battery area, product branding, burn marks, damaged property, purchase records, recall form, hazardous-waste disposal records, and any medical or insurance documents. Those records may matter if the physical product cannot safely be kept.
References
- https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2025/IcyBreeze-Cooling-Recalls-Portable-Misting-Fans-Due-to-Fire-Hazard
- https://www.nfpa.org/education-and-research/energy-transition/lithium-ion-batteries
- https://www.usfa.fema.gov/prevention/home-fires/prevent-fires/batteries/