Carstens recalls
Carstens boats have 1 recall campaign on record across 32 reported units. Below is every campaign, what it covers, and how to confirm a specific hull was fixed before you buy.
Carstens Industries Inc has one recorded USCG recall campaign affecting 32 units of the CANVAS BACK 14' OUTBOARD model, issued in September 2005. The recall addressed improper capacity labeling and certification compliance, which could lead to overloading if the boat's actual weight limits were not correctly marked. Buyers of used Carstens Industries boats from this era should confirm whether their specific unit was remedied.
All Carstens recalls
- ⚠ Recall
05R0929S9/27/2005LABEL; CAPACITY; LABEL; CERTIFICATION
What this means before you buy →
What to check before you buy a used Carstens
- Check the capacity plate on any CANVAS BACK 14' OUTBOARD from the mid 2000s production period to verify proper labeling
- Request documentation from the seller showing the recall remedy was completed, or contact the builder to confirm status by hull identification number
- Cross reference your HIN with USCG recall campaign 05R0929S if purchasing a CANVAS BACK 14' model
- Consider a pre purchase survey to verify all certification labels are present and legible, especially for boats manufactured between 2004 and 2006
Frequently asked questions
How many Carstens Industries Inc boats have been recalled?
One recall campaign affected 32 units of the CANVAS BACK 14' OUTBOARD model in 2005, addressing capacity labeling and certification compliance.
What was the Carstens Industries Inc recall for?
Recall 05R0929S addressed improper or missing capacity labels and certification markings, which could result in boat operators unknowingly exceeding safe weight limits.
Should I avoid buying a Carstens Industries Inc boat because of the recall?
The single recall from 2005 affected only 32 units of one specific model. Verify remedy completion for any CANVAS BACK 14' OUTBOARD from that period, but the limited scope does not suggest systemic quality issues.
How do I check if my Carstens Industries Inc boat was recalled?
Locate your hull identification number and contact the builder or check the USCG recall database for campaign 05R0929S. Only CANVAS BACK 14' OUTBOARD models from the mid 2000s production run were affected.