IcyBreeze Cooling Recall Lawsuit | 2026 Latest Updates

IcyBreeze Cooling LLC recalled its IcyBreeze Buddy portable misting fan after the fan’s battery could overheat and catch fire. CPSC announced the recall on September 18, 2025, covering about 22,600 fans under recall number 25-468. The recalled fans have a 1.5-liter tank and run on AC power or a 10,000 mAh lithium-ion battery. They are marked ICYBREEZE on the fan and base. The battery can overheat while charging and ignite, posing a fire hazard. Owners should stop using the fan right away. CPSC says to cut the power cord and submit a photo online to start the recall claim. The recall is open.

Latest IcyBreeze Buddy Recall Updates

September 18, 2025: CPSC Announces the IcyBreeze Buddy Recall

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and IcyBreeze Cooling LLC announced a recall of about 22,600 IcyBreeze Buddy fans, CPSC recall number 25-468 [1]. The fan’s lithium-ion battery can overheat and catch fire during charging. CPSC’s announcement noted a handful of overheating reports tied to charging, with no injuries. The recall offers owners a store credit toward Solo Brands after they submit proof the cord was cut.

Which IcyBreeze Cooling Products Are Affected?

The recall covers one product, the IcyBreeze Buddy portable misting fan, identified below by its tank size, printed markings, color, and power source:

• IcyBreeze Buddy portable misting fan, the only model in this recall. It is built around a 1.5-liter water tank for continuous outdoor misting
• The words “ICYBREEZE” appear printed on both the fan housing and its base, the main way to identify a recalled unit
• Sold in three colors: slate blue, gray, and seafoam, with no other colors included in the recall
• Runs on AC power or a rechargeable 10,000 mAh lithium-ion battery, giving up to seven hours of use per charge

CPSC’s notice lists no model, lot, or serial number, so buyers should match their fan’s color, tank size, and ICYBREEZE marking. IcyBreeze Buddy fans were sold at icybreeze.com and Amazon.com from November 2023 through August 2024 for about $150.

Why Was IcyBreeze Cooling Recalled?

IcyBreeze Buddy fans were recalled because the fan’s internal lithium-ion battery can overheat during charging and catch fire, according to CPSC. The hazard occurs specifically while the fan is plugged in, not during normal misting use. CPSC says the failure traces to how the battery manages heat while charging, not to how the fan performs once fully charged. The agency worked with IcyBreeze Cooling LLC to identify the affected units before issuing the recall. CPSC’s notice treats the battery defect itself as the reason for the recall. IcyBreeze Cooling LLC’s own website now redirects to a Solo Stove storefront, reflecting how the brand is sold today [2].

Reported Incidents, Injuries, or Illnesses

CPSC and IcyBreeze Cooling LLC had received seven reports of the fan overheating while charging as of the recall announcement. Two of those seven reports involved an actual fire. No injuries were reported in connection with any of the seven incidents. The reports came from consumers nationwide, since IcyBreeze Buddy fans were sold online across the United States rather than through a specific regional retailer. Reports to CPSC are not proof that the battery caused every incident, but the volume was enough for the company to act. The recall remains the only response filed so far, and CPSC’s count reflects reports received before the September 18, 2025 announcement.

What Should Consumers Do?

Owners of a recalled IcyBreeze Buddy misting fan should take the following steps as soon as possible:

1. Stop using the fan immediately, even if it has not shown any signs of overheating so far.
2. Unplug the fan and cut its power cord so it cannot be charged again before disposal.
3. Take a photo showing the cut cord and submit it online at icybreeze.com/buddy-recall-information to start the claim.
4. Collect your $150 credit at Solo Brands once IcyBreeze confirms your submission is complete. Solo Brands operates several outdoor lifestyle store brands [3].
5. Dispose of the fan and its lithium-ion battery through a household hazardous waste center, never in the trash or curbside recycling.
6. Call IcyBreeze at 817-900-2664 or email support@icybreeze.com with questions, or report an incident to CPSC at SaferProducts.gov.

Legal Options

No lawsuit over the IcyBreeze Buddy recall has been filed, and no class action or MDL exists for this product. A recall does not automatically establish liability or eligibility for compensation, even when a fire or property damage is involved. A claim tied to the IcyBreeze Buddy recall (CPSC recall number 25-468) is separate from CPSC’s credit process. Accepting the credit does not affect a later legal review. For background on similar battery fire hazards affecting other consumer products, see our lithium-ion battery recall coverage elsewhere on this site.

Filing Deadlines

State law, and not one federal rule, sets the deadline for a fire or property-damage claim tied to this recall. How much time a reader has can depend on where they live and when the fire, injury, or damage happened. Waiting too long can end the ability to file, even with strong evidence, so checking with a lawyer promptly is the safest step.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I Get a Refund or Replacement for a Recalled IcyBreeze Buddy?

No, IcyBreeze does not offer a cash refund or a replacement fan for the recalled IcyBreeze Buddy. Instead, owners submit a photo of the cut power cord. They then receive a store credit good at Solo Brands, following the process CPSC’s notice describes.

What Should I Do with the Fan While Waiting for My Credit?

While you wait for your credit, keep the fan unplugged and stored somewhere dry until your online submission is confirmed. Avoid plugging the battery back in, even briefly, since the overheating risk remains until you dispose of the fan properly.

Was the IcyBreeze Buddy Recall Mandatory or Voluntary?

The IcyBreeze Buddy recall was voluntary. CPSC lists it as a Fast Track Recall. That means IcyBreeze Cooling LLC agreed to pull the fans in cooperation with CPSC staff, rather than waiting for the full commission to vote on a hazard finding first.

How Should I Dispose of a Recalled IcyBreeze Buddy Battery?

A recalled IcyBreeze Buddy’s lithium-ion battery should not go out with regular household trash or curbside pickup. CPSC’s notice says a municipal household hazardous waste center may accept it. Owners should call ahead first to confirm the center takes recalled batteries.

Where Is the IcyBreeze Buddy Manufactured?

CPSC’s recall notice lists the IcyBreeze Buddy as manufactured in China before IcyBreeze Cooling LLC imports it for sale in the United States. The recall applies to every affected fan no matter where in the country a consumer bought one.

What If My Home Was Damaged by an IcyBreeze Buddy Fire?

If a fire from the recalled fan damaged your home, keep the fan and the cord. Take photos of the damage before you dispose of anything. These records can help later, whether you file an insurance claim or want a legal review of what happened.

References

1. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2025/IcyBreeze-Cooling-Recalls-Portable-Misting-Fans-Due-to-Fire-Hazard
2. https://www.icybreeze.com/
3. https://www.solobrands.com