Cador Mat recalls
Cador Mat boats have 1 recall campaign on record across 20 reported units. Below is every campaign, what it covers, and how to confirm a specific hull was fixed before you buy.
Cador Mat has one recorded USCG safety recall, issued in August 1999 for capacity plate errors on 20 R 140 model boats. The recall addressed incorrect safe load weight specifications, a critical safety labeling defect that could lead to overloading. For buyers considering a used Cador Mat R 140 from this era, verifying that the capacity plate was corrected is essential.
All Cador Mat recalls
- ⚠ Recall
961455s8/25/1999SAFE LOAD: PER WGT; SAFE LOAD: MAX WGT
What this means before you buy →
What to check before you buy a used Cador Mat
- Check the HIN to confirm whether your target boat is an R 140 model manufactured around 1999
- Inspect the capacity plate for accurate maximum weight and person capacity specifications
- Request documentation from the seller showing the recall remedy was completed, or contact the manufacturer for verification
- Have a marine surveyor verify capacity plate compliance during the prepurchase inspection
Frequently asked questions
How many Cador Mat boat recalls have been issued?
One USCG recall has been issued for Cador Mat, affecting 20 units of the R 140 model in 1999 due to incorrect capacity plate information.
What models were affected by the Cador Mat recall?
Only the R 140 model was affected, with 20 boats recalled in August 1999 for safe load weight labeling errors.
What was wrong with the recalled Cador Mat boats?
The capacity plates displayed incorrect safe load specifications for both person weight and maximum weight, which could result in dangerous overloading if followed.
Should I avoid buying a Cador Mat R 140 from 1999?
Not necessarily, but you must verify the capacity plate was replaced or corrected as part of the recall remedy. Without confirmation, the boat may have inaccurate weight limits.