Cobia Boat recalls
Cobia Boat boats have 1 recall campaign on record across 51 reported units. Below is every campaign, what it covers, and how to confirm a specific hull was fixed before you buy.
Cobia Boat Company has one documented USCG recall on record: a 1982 campaign affecting flotation systems in 51 units of the 18 foot Cuddy Odyssey model. This represents a minimal recall history over decades of production. Buyers of used Cobia boats face negligible recall related risk, though standard due diligence on any 1982 era Cuddy Odyssey remains appropriate.
All Cobia Boat recalls
- ⚠ Recall
820030S6/2/1982LEVEL FLOTATION
What this means before you buy →
What to check before you buy a used Cobia Boat
- Decode your hull identification number to confirm the model year and whether your boat falls within the 1982 18 foot Cuddy Odyssey production run.
- If your boat matches the affected model and year, contact Cobia or a marine surveyor to verify that the flotation remedy was completed.
- Request service records and survey reports that document any flotation system work or inspection results from prior ownership.
- Regardless of recall status, have a qualified surveyor inspect flotation integrity during the prepurchase survey for any boat over 20 years old.
Frequently asked questions
How many recalls has Cobia Boat Company had?
Cobia has one documented USCG recall: campaign 820030S from June 1982 affecting flotation in 51 units of the 18 foot Cuddy Odyssey model.
What was the 1982 Cobia recall about?
The recall addressed level flotation defects in the 18 foot Cuddy Odyssey model. Flotation systems ensure a swamped boat remains afloat and level, a critical safety feature in small craft.
Should I worry about buying a used Cobia boat given this recall?
A single recall from over 40 years ago affecting one model represents a clean track record. Modern Cobia models are unaffected, and even 1980s Cuddy Odyssey buyers face minimal recall exposure if the remedy was applied.
How do I check if my Cobia boat was part of the recall?
Decode your hull identification number to confirm the model year and model name. If you own a 1982 18 foot Cuddy Odyssey, contact Cobia or reference the USCG recall database with campaign number 820030S to verify remedy status.