Alweld Commercial Boats recalls
Alweld Commercial Boats boats have 3 recall campaigns on record across 20 reported units. Below is every campaign, what it covers, and how to confirm a specific hull was fixed before you buy.
Alweld Commercial Boats Inc has three USCG recall campaigns on record between 2017 and 2022, affecting 20 units across three jon boat models. The campaigns addressed flotation testing deficiencies and unspecified defects in the 1548 and 1648 model lines. Buyers considering a used Alweld from these years should verify whether any outstanding recall applies to their target boat.
All Alweld Commercial Boats recalls
- ⚠ Recall
20CG00308/2/2022Flotation test for person; Level floatation test wit
What this means before you buy → - ⚠ RecallWhat this means before you buy →
15CG020S5/24/2017 - ⚠ RecallWhat this means before you buy →
17CG095S12/19/2017
What to check before you buy a used Alweld Commercial Boats
- Cross reference the HIN against all three campaigns (20CG0030, 15CG020S, 17CG095S) to confirm whether your boat was included
- Request documentary proof from the seller that any applicable recall remedy was completed by an authorized dealer
- Have a marine surveyor inspect flotation foam condition and hull integrity if the boat is a 2017 to 2022 model in the 1548 or 1648 series
- Contact the manufacturer or USCG Recall Database with the HIN to verify current recall status before finalizing purchase
Frequently asked questions
Which Alweld models were recalled?
Three models were subject to USCG campaigns: the 1548 Invader (2 units in 2022), the 1548 SS AW JON (4 units in 2017), and the 1648 DSLW (14 units in 2017).
How many Alweld boats have been recalled?
Twenty units have been recalled across three campaigns from 2017 to 2022. The 1648 DSLW campaign was the largest, affecting 14 boats.
What were the Alweld recalls for?
Campaign 20CG0030 addressed flotation testing for persons and level flotation. Campaigns 15CG020S and 17CG095S cited defects without additional public detail in the USCG database.
Should I avoid buying a used Alweld jon boat?
Not necessarily, but verify the HIN is not on a recall list and request proof that any applicable remedy was completed. The affected population is small, and most Alweld boats were not recalled.