Beacon Boats recalls
Beacon Boats boats have 2 recall campaigns on record across 46 reported units. Below is every campaign, what it covers, and how to confirm a specific hull was fixed before you buy.
Beacon Boats has 2 USCG safety recalls on record, affecting 46 units across two models between 1995 and 2000. Both campaigns addressed flotation and safe loading capacity issues on small recreational boats. These recalls are decades old, but buyers should verify that any used Beacon Boats vessel received the required remedies.
All Beacon Boats recalls
- ⚠ Recall
991643S3/29/2000SAFE LOADING MAX WT; LEVEL FLOTATION
What this means before you buy → - ⚠ Recall
951385S11/9/1995LEVEL FLOTATION; SAFE LOAD; MAX WT
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What to check before you buy a used Beacon Boats
- Check the HIN against USCG recall records to confirm whether your specific boat was affected by either campaign
- Request documentation from the seller showing that flotation and loading capacity remedies were completed
- Have a marine surveyor inspect flotation foam and verify the capacity plate matches USCG requirements
- Contact Beacon Boats or the USCG if remedy status cannot be confirmed through seller records
Frequently asked questions
How many Beacon Boats have been recalled?
46 Beacon Boats units were recalled across two campaigns, 42 units of the 9 foot LYNX in 1995 and 4 units of the PISCES 12 in 2000.
What was wrong with the recalled Beacon Boats?
Both recalls addressed level flotation, safe loading capacity, and maximum weight issues. These defects could affect the boat's ability to remain afloat or stable when loaded.
Should I avoid buying a used Beacon Boats?
Not necessarily. The recalls are over 20 years old and affected only 46 boats total. Verify remedy completion and have a surveyor inspect flotation and capacity compliance before purchase.
How do I know if a specific Beacon Boats was recalled?
Cross reference the boat's HIN with USCG recall database records. The 1995 campaign affected 9 foot LYNX models and the 2000 campaign affected PISCES 12 models.