Bumble Bee Boats recalls
Bumble Bee Boats boats have 2 recall campaigns on record across 67 reported units. Below is every campaign, what it covers, and how to confirm a specific hull was fixed before you buy.
Bumble Bee Boats has 2 USCG recalls on record, both related to level flotation deficiencies. The 1996 campaign affected 31 V 15 units, and the 1999 campaign affected 36 180SS units. These flotation recalls are safety critical, so buyers of used Bumble Bee Boats from this era should verify that remedies were completed before purchase.
All Bumble Bee Boats recalls
- ⚠ Recall
951373s5/1/1996LEVEL FLOTATION; SAFE LOAD: MAX WT
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981606S4/16/1999LEVEL FLOTATION
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What to check before you buy a used Bumble Bee Boats
- Decode the HIN to confirm the model year and check whether your prospective boat falls within the affected model and year range
- Ask the seller for documentation proving the flotation recall remedy was performed by an authorized dealer or manufacturer
- If remedy documentation is unavailable, request a current marine survey that specifically evaluates flotation compliance
- Contact the manufacturer or USCG to confirm recall status by HIN if uncertainty remains
Frequently asked questions
How many recalls does Bumble Bee Boats have?
Bumble Bee Boats has 2 USCG recalls on record, both issued in the 1990s and both related to level flotation deficiencies.
What years were Bumble Bee Boats recalled?
Recall campaigns were issued in May 1996 (affecting 31 V 15 models) and April 1999 (affecting 36 180SS models).
What was wrong with the recalled Bumble Bee Boats?
Both recalls addressed level flotation deficiencies, a critical safety issue that affects a boat's ability to remain afloat and level when swamped.
Should I buy a used Bumble Bee V 15 or 180SS?
You can buy these models if the seller provides proof that the flotation recall remedy was completed. Without documentation, have a marine surveyor verify flotation compliance before purchase.