Carolina Skiff recalls
Carolina Skiff boats have 2 recall campaigns on record across 703 reported units. Below is every campaign, what it covers, and how to confirm a specific hull was fixed before you buy.
Carolina Skiff has 2 USCG recall campaigns on record, both issued in early 1997 affecting 703 units total. The campaigns addressed flotation compliance on the LIL JON 12 (192 units) and capacity plate errors on the V1965 19 foot OPEN FISHERMAN (511 units). Buyers of mid 1990s Carolina Skiff models should verify remedy completion and confirm the capacity plate matches USCG requirements.
All Carolina Skiff recalls
- ⚠ Recall
961475s2/5/1997SAFE LOAD: PERS WT; SAFE LOAD: MAX PERS
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961484s1/30/1997LEVEL FLOTATION
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What to check before you buy a used Carolina Skiff
- Decode the HIN to confirm your boat's model year and check if it falls within the affected 1997 production runs for LIL JON 12 or V1965 models
- Inspect the capacity plate for accurate maximum persons and weight ratings, especially on V1965 models where original plates understated safe loads
- Request documentation of recall remedy completion from the seller or contact Carolina Skiff with the HIN to verify compliance status
- Have a marine surveyor perform a flotation test if buying a LIL JON 12 from the affected period, as level flotation defects can compromise swamping safety
Frequently asked questions
How many Carolina Skiff boat recalls are there
Carolina Skiff has 2 USCG safety recalls on record, both from early 1997, covering flotation compliance and capacity plate errors across 703 units.
Which Carolina Skiff models were recalled
The LIL JON 12 (campaign 961484s, 192 units) for level flotation and the V1965 19 foot OPEN FISHERMAN (campaign 961475s, 511 units) for capacity plate data.
What was wrong with the recalled Carolina Skiff boats
The LIL JON 12 failed to meet level flotation standards, risking inadequate buoyancy when swamped. The V1965 had incorrect capacity plate data for maximum persons and weight, potentially leading to overloading.
How do I check if my Carolina Skiff was recalled
Decode your HIN to identify the model year, then cross reference with the 1997 LIL JON 12 and V1965 campaigns. Contact Carolina Skiff or a dealer with your HIN to confirm remedy status.