Bangor Punta recalls
Bangor Punta boats have 1 recall campaign on record across 141 reported units. Below is every campaign, what it covers, and how to confirm a specific hull was fixed before you buy.
Bangor Punta has one recall on record with the U.S. Coast Guard, issued in April 1981 for an AIRPAX T 11 circuit breaker installed across various models. The campaign affected 141 units. For buyers today, this is a 45 year old electrical safety issue that should have been remedied decades ago, but unaddressed electrical faults can persist and create fire or failure risk.
All Bangor Punta recalls
- ⚠ Recall
810035D4/9/1981AIRPAX T-11 INSTALLED
What this means before you buy →
What to check before you buy a used Bangor Punta
- Request the Hull Identification Number and cross reference it against USCG recall 810035D to confirm whether your prospective boat was in the affected batch.
- Ask the seller for documentation proving the AIRPAX T 11 component was replaced under the 1981 campaign.
- Have a marine electrician inspect the circuit breaker panel and wiring, especially on any boat built in the early 1980s, to verify the remedy was completed and no related faults remain.
- If remedy records are missing, budget for a replacement breaker and professional installation before taking delivery.
Frequently asked questions
How many Bangor Punta boats have been recalled?
One recall campaign is on record with the Coast Guard, issued in 1981 and affecting 141 units across various models for an AIRPAX T 11 circuit breaker defect.
What was the Bangor Punta recall for?
The April 1981 recall (810035D) addressed the installation of an AIRPAX T 11 component, an electrical circuit breaker that posed a safety risk if not replaced.
Should I avoid Bangor Punta boats because of the recall?
No. The single recall is over four decades old and affected a small batch. Verify the remedy was completed and have the electrical system surveyed before purchase.
How do I check if my Bangor Punta boat was part of the 1981 recall?
Cross reference your Hull Identification Number against Coast Guard recall 810035D. A marine surveyor or the Coast Guard Boating Safety Recall Database can confirm whether your hull was in the affected 141 unit batch.