Eldo Craft recalls
Eldo Craft boats have 3 recall campaigns on record across 219 reported units. Below is every campaign, what it covers, and how to confirm a specific hull was fixed before you buy.
Eldo Craft has three USCG recalls on record, all issued in 1981 covering 219 units across inboard/outboard models. The campaigns addressed ventilation labeling, battery terminal protection, and flotation compliance on V hull bowriders. Given the age of these recalls and the defunct status of the builder, verifying remedy completion on any surviving boat from this era is critical before purchase.
All Eldo Craft recalls
- ⚠ Recall
810063S2/1/1981NO BLOWER LABEL
What this means before you buy → - ⚠ Recall
810064S2/1/1981NO PROTECTION FOR BATTERY; TERMINAL
What this means before you buy → - ⚠ Recall
810136S10/7/1981FAILED LEVEL FLOTATION
What this means before you buy →
What to check before you buy a used Eldo Craft
- Decode the HIN to confirm model year and check if the boat falls within the affected model ranges (SIESTA I/O, all I/O models, or V HULL BOWRIDER from 1980 to 1981).
- Inspect for blower label presence on SIESTA I/O models, proper battery terminal insulation on all I/O units, and flotation foam integrity on V hull bowriders.
- Request documentation from the seller showing remedy completion, or budget for a marine surveyor to verify the safety defects were corrected.
- Recognize that parts availability and builder support are nonexistent for Eldo Craft, so any unresolved recall item becomes your permanent repair responsibility.
Frequently asked questions
How many Eldo Craft boats were recalled?
219 units across three campaigns in 1981, covering blower labeling (19 units), battery protection (161 units), and flotation compliance (39 units).
Which Eldo Craft models were affected by recalls?
The SIESTA I/O (blower label), all inboard/outboard models (battery terminal), and V HULL BOWRIDER (flotation) from the 1980 to 1981 model years.
Are Eldo Craft recalls still relevant for used boats?
Yes. Recalls remain open until remedied, and given Eldo Craft is no longer in business, any affected boat you buy may still carry the original defect unless a previous owner completed the fix.
How do I check if my Eldo Craft boat was recalled?
Decode your HIN to identify the model year and compare it to the affected models and years listed in campaigns 810063S, 810064S, and 810136S from 1981.