Calif Master Craft recalls
Calif Master Craft boats have 2 recall campaigns on record across 808 reported units. Below is every campaign, what it covers, and how to confirm a specific hull was fixed before you buy.
Calif Master Craft has two USCG recalls on record from the mid 1970s, affecting 808 boats total. The 1975 campaign addressed steering control issues in 18 Tri Hull models (600 units), while the 1976 recall targeted flotation and maximum weight capacity concerns in Tri Hull models (208 units). Both campaigns are decades old, so remedy completion should be verified on any surviving hull.
All Calif Master Craft recalls
- ⚠ Recall
760065S3/3/1976FLOTATION; MAXIMUM WEIGHT CAPACITY
What this means before you buy → - ⚠ Recall
750083T10/10/1975STEERING CONTROLS - MORSE; CONTROLS
What this means before you buy →
What to check before you buy a used Calif Master Craft
- Verify the hull identification number (HIN) against both recall campaigns to confirm your boat was not affected
- If the boat was part of either recall, confirm remedy completion through documentation or a marine surveyor inspection
- Check flotation integrity and weight capacity labeling on Tri Hull models, particularly those built 1975 to 1976
- Inspect steering controls on 18 Tri Hull models for proper operation and secure mounting
Frequently asked questions
How many Calif Master Craft boats were recalled?
Two USCG campaigns affected 808 boats total: 600 units for steering controls in 1975 and 208 units for flotation issues in 1976.
What models were affected by Calif Master Craft recalls?
The 1975 steering recall affected 18 Tri Hull models, and the 1976 flotation recall affected Tri Hull models.
Should I be concerned about a 1970s recall when buying a Calif Master Craft today?
Yes, verify remedy completion through documentation or surveyor inspection, as these safety issues could persist if the recall work was never performed.
How do I check if my Calif Master Craft was recalled?
Cross reference your boat's HIN with USCG campaigns 760065S and 750083T to determine if your hull was part of the affected production runs.