Craft Boat Works recalls
Craft Boat Works boats have 1 recall campaign on record across 9 reported units. Below is every campaign, what it covers, and how to confirm a specific hull was fixed before you buy.
Craft Boat Works has one recall on USCG record, a 1980 flotation campaign affecting 9 units across various models. For a buyer today, the primary concern is verifying whether any vintage Craft Boat Works from that era received the remedy, as flotation failures compromise safety and seaworthiness. Given the age of the campaign, most affected boats have either been repaired or are no longer in service.
All Craft Boat Works recalls
- ⚠ Recall
800114S5/5/1980FLOTATION
What this means before you buy →
What to check before you buy a used Craft Boat Works
- Request the HIN and cross reference it against USCG recall 800114S if considering a late 1970s or early 1980 Craft Boat Works.
- Ask the seller for documentation proving the flotation remedy was completed, or have a surveyor inspect the foam and hull integrity.
- On any vintage Craft Boat Works, have flotation components evaluated during pre purchase survey regardless of recall status.
- If the boat falls within the affected period and no remedy proof exists, budget for flotation inspection or repair as a condition of purchase.
Frequently asked questions
How many recalls does Craft Boat Works have?
Craft Boat Works has one USCG recall on record, campaign 800114S from May 1980, covering flotation defects on 9 units.
What was the Craft Boat Works recall for?
The 1980 recall addressed flotation issues across various Craft Boat Works models. Flotation defects can allow a swamped or flooded boat to sink rather than remain buoyant.
Should I be concerned about the 1980 Craft Boat Works recall when buying used?
If you are considering a Craft Boat Works built in the late 1970s or early 1980, verify the recall remedy was applied. For newer or unaffected models, the recall is not relevant.
How do I know if a used Craft Boat Works was part of the recall?
Check the hull identification number against USCG recall 800114S records, or ask a marine surveyor to verify the manufacturing date and flotation system during inspection.