Floral City Airboats recalls
Floral City Airboats boats have 1 recall campaign on record across 123 reported units. Below is every campaign, what it covers, and how to confirm a specific hull was fixed before you buy.
Floral City Airboats has one USCG recall on record, issued in December 2006 for certification issues on the 14 X 8 model, affecting 123 units. The campaign addressed compliance with federal manufacturing certification requirements. Used buyers should verify whether the specific unit they are considering was part of this recall and confirm that any required remedy was completed.
All Floral City Airboats recalls
- ⚠ Recall
06R1707S12/15/2006CERTIFICATION
What this means before you buy →
What to check before you buy a used Floral City Airboats
- Ask the seller for documentation showing the certification recall remedy was completed, or confirm the boat was not part of the affected 123 units.
- Cross reference the HIN with the recall campaign number 06R1707S to determine if this specific airboat was included in the certification defect campaign.
- Request a current Coast Guard manufacturer certification label or documentation proving the boat meets federal construction standards.
- Have a qualified marine surveyor inspect the hull identification number and verify compliance with USCG certification requirements before finalizing the purchase.
Frequently asked questions
How many Floral City Airboats have been recalled?
One recall campaign has been issued for Floral City Airboats, affecting 123 units of the 14 X 8 model in December 2006 for certification issues.
What was the Floral City Airboats recall for?
The December 2006 recall (campaign 06R1707S) addressed a certification defect, meaning the affected 14 X 8 airboats did not meet federal manufacturing certification requirements at the time of production.
Should I avoid buying a used Floral City Airboats because of the recall?
Not necessarily. The single recall from 2006 affected only the 14 X 8 model and involved certification paperwork rather than a safety defect. Verify the remedy was completed and inspect the boat's overall condition and maintenance history.
How do I check if a Floral City Airboats I'm looking at was recalled?
Check the hull identification number against recall campaign 06R1707S, which covered 123 units of the 14 X 8 model manufactured before December 2006. Ask the seller for recall remedy documentation or contact the Coast Guard with the HIN.