Boats Unltd recalls
Boats Unltd boats have 1 recall campaign on record across 6 reported units. Below is every campaign, what it covers, and how to confirm a specific hull was fixed before you buy.
Boats Unltd has one recorded USCG recall campaign: 800172S from June 1980, affecting 6 units of the 19 foot BEACHCOMBE model for capacity information and safe powering labels. This single 44 year old campaign represents a minor compliance issue rather than a structural or safety defect pattern. Buyers of used Boats Unltd vessels should still verify the recall status by HIN and confirm any remedy was applied.
All Boats Unltd recalls
- ⚠ Recall
800172S6/6/1980CAPACITY INFO; SAFE POWERING
What this means before you buy →
What to check before you buy a used Boats Unltd
- Decode the HIN on any used Boats Unltd to confirm the model year and whether it falls within the 1980 BEACHCOMBE production window.
- Check the capacity plate for correct maximum horsepower, passenger load, and weight ratings against USCG requirements for a 19 foot boat.
- Request documentation from the seller showing that recall 800172S was remedied if the boat is a 1980 BEACHCOMBE.
- Have a marine surveyor inspect the capacity plate and transom for any signs of modification or missing labels during the prepurchase survey.
Frequently asked questions
How many recalls has Boats Unltd had?
Boats Unltd has one recorded USCG recall campaign (800172S from June 1980), affecting 6 units of the 19 foot BEACHCOMBE model for capacity and powering label compliance.
What was the Boats Unltd BEACHCOMBE recall about?
The June 1980 recall addressed capacity information and safe powering labels on the 19 foot BEACHCOMBE, a compliance issue with onboard labeling rather than a structural or propulsion defect.
Should I worry about buying a used Boats Unltd boat?
The single 1980 recall affecting 6 boats does not suggest a pattern of safety defects. Verify the HIN, inspect the capacity plate, and request remedy documentation if buying a 1980 BEACHCOMBE.
How do I check if a Boats Unltd boat was recalled?
Decode the HIN to confirm model year and model name. Only 1980 BEACHCOMBE 19 foot models were subject to recall 800172S; all other Boats Unltd vessels have no recorded USCG campaigns.