Charger recalls
Charger boats have 2 recall campaigns on record across 29 reported units. Below is every campaign, what it covers, and how to confirm a specific hull was fixed before you buy.
Charger has two USCG recall campaigns on record, both from the mid 1990s addressing flotation and load capacity issues. A total of 29 units were affected across the 160 V Bass Boat and 173V models. These campaigns are decades old, but buyers of 1990s era Charger bass boats should verify remedy completion before purchase.
All Charger recalls
- ⚠ Recall
930259S3/31/1994LEVEL FLOTATION; LEVEL FLOTATION STABILITY
What this means before you buy → - ⚠ Recall
951353S2/29/1996LEVEL FLOTATION:; SAFE LOAD: PERS WT
What this means before you buy →
What to check before you buy a used Charger
- Request the hull identification number (HIN) from the seller and check whether the boat falls within the affected model years and series.
- Contact Charger or a dealer to confirm whether the flotation remedy was completed on your specific HIN.
- Have a marine surveyor inspect flotation foam condition and perform a stability check during prepurchase survey.
- Review the USCG recall notices for the specific remedy procedures and verify all work was documented.
Frequently asked questions
How many Charger boats have been recalled?
29 units across two campaigns, both from the mid 1990s. The recalls affected the 160 V Bass Boat (20 units) and 173V (9 units) models for flotation and load capacity issues.
What years are Charger recalls from?
Both recalls were issued in the 1990s, specifically March 1994 and February 1996. No recalls have been issued for Charger boats in recent decades.
What was wrong with the recalled Charger boats?
Both campaigns addressed level flotation defects. The 160 V Bass Boat had flotation stability issues, while the 173V had flotation and safe load capacity (persons weight) concerns.
Should I avoid buying a 1990s Charger bass boat?
Not necessarily, but verify the HIN against the recall lists and confirm remedy completion. A prepurchase survey should include flotation inspection and stability testing for any boat from this era.