Harris Kayot recalls
Harris Kayot boats have 3 recall campaigns on record across 1,251 reported units. Below is every campaign, what it covers, and how to confirm a specific hull was fixed before you buy.
Harris Kayot Inc has three USCG recall campaigns on record, affecting approximately 1,251 boats built between the early and mid 1990s. Two campaigns addressed ventilation blower issues on pontoon models, while the largest campaign involved 1,081 boats with potentially nonfunctional engine kill switches. Buyers considering 1990s era Harris or Kayot pontoons should verify recall remedy completion before purchase.
All Harris Kayot recalls
- ⚠ Recall
950101S8/16/1995VENTILATION - BLOWER
What this means before you buy → - ⚠ Recall
960067S7/30/1996LABEL - BLOWER WARNING
What this means before you buy → - ⚠ Recall
000248T11/21/2000KILL SWITCH MAY NOT WORK
What this means before you buy →
What to check before you buy a used Harris Kayot
- Obtain the hull identification number and cross reference it against USCG campaign 000248T if the boat is from the late 1990s to early 2000s model years, as the kill switch defect is safety critical.
- For Legend, Ultracat, Superdek, or Ultradek models from 1992 to 1996, confirm that blower ventilation recalls 950101S and 960067S were completed.
- Request documentation from the seller showing remedy completion, or contact a Harris dealer to verify recall status by HIN.
- Have a marine surveyor inspect the engine kill switch functionality and blower ventilation system during prepurchase survey, even if recalls show as remedied.
Frequently asked questions
How many Harris Kayot boats have been recalled?
Three campaigns cover approximately 1,251 Harris Kayot boats, primarily pontoon models built in the 1990s. The largest campaign involved 1,081 boats with kill switch defects.
What was the Harris Kayot kill switch recall about?
USCG campaign 000248T addressed engine kill switches that may not function properly, affecting Harris, Kayot, and Omni branded boats from around 1998 to 2000. This is a critical safety defect that could prevent emergency engine shutdown.
Are older Harris pontoon boats safe to buy?
Pontoon models from the 1990s can be safe if recall remedies were completed and the boat has been maintained. Verify that blower and kill switch campaigns were addressed, and have a surveyor inspect these systems.
How do I check if my Harris Kayot boat was recalled?
Cross reference your hull identification number against the three USCG campaigns listed for Harris Kayot Inc, or contact a dealer with your HIN to verify recall status and remedy completion.