Bruce Wooldridge recalls
Bruce Wooldridge boats have 1 recall campaign on record across 7 reported units. Below is every campaign, what it covers, and how to confirm a specific hull was fixed before you buy.
Bruce Wooldridge has one recorded USCG recall from August 1980 affecting 7 units of the 15 foot model. The defect was administrative: missing certification and capacity labels required by federal law. No structural or safety critical hull issues were cited in the campaign.
All Bruce Wooldridge recalls
- ⚠ Recall
800215S8/8/1980NO CERT & CAP LABEL
What this means before you buy →
What to check before you buy a used Bruce Wooldridge
- Verify the HIN against the recall campaign 800215S to confirm whether your boat is among the 7 affected units
- Inspect the transom and console areas for the presence of certification and capacity labels
- Request documentation from the seller showing the remedy was completed if the boat is affected
- Commission a marine survey regardless of recall status to assess current hull and mechanical condition
Frequently asked questions
How many Bruce Wooldridge boats have been recalled?
One USCG recall campaign affected 7 units of the 15 foot model in 1980. The issue was missing certification and capacity labels.
What was the recall defect on Bruce Wooldridge boats?
Campaign 800215S addressed boats manufactured without required certification and capacity labels. This is an administrative compliance defect, not a structural safety issue.
Is a 1980 Bruce Wooldridge 15 foot model safe to buy?
The recall addressed labeling, not hull integrity or flotation. Verify remedy completion and commission a survey to assess the current condition after 46 years of use.
How do I check if my Bruce Wooldridge is affected by the recall?
Cross reference the HIN with USCG campaign 800215S records. Only 7 units of the 15 foot model built in 1980 were affected.