Hewescraft Alumi Craft recalls
Hewescraft Alumi Craft boats have 1 recall campaign on record across 92 reported units. Below is every campaign, what it covers, and how to confirm a specific hull was fixed before you buy.
Hewescraft Alumi Craft has one USCG recall on record, issued in 1981 for level flotation compliance on 92 units of the 18 foot River Runner model. This isolated safety campaign is over four decades old and affected a narrow slice of the builder's production. Buyers of any Hewescraft should verify flotation integrity during prepurchase survey regardless of recall status, as foam degrades with age and water intrusion.
All Hewescraft Alumi Craft recalls
- ⚠ Recall
810099S7/9/1981LEVEL FLOTATION
What this means before you buy →
What to check before you buy a used Hewescraft Alumi Craft
- Decode the HIN to confirm whether your boat is an 18 foot River Runner model built in or around 1981.
- Search the USCG recall database by HIN or model to verify whether your specific hull was included in campaign 810099S.
- Request documentation from the seller proving the flotation remedy was completed, or have a surveyor inspect foam chambers for water saturation and compliance with CFR 33 Part 183.
- Budget for flotation foam replacement if the boat is from that era and shows signs of water intrusion, bilge staining, or excessive weight.
Frequently asked questions
How many recalls has Hewescraft Alumi Craft had?
Hewescraft Alumi Craft has one USCG recall on record, issued in July 1981 for flotation compliance on 92 boats.
What models were recalled?
The single recall affected the 18 foot River Runner model for level flotation issues under campaign 810099S.
Should I avoid buying a Hewescraft because of this recall?
No. A single 1981 flotation recall affecting 92 boats does not indicate systemic quality problems, but any Hewescraft from that era warrants close inspection of flotation foam and hull structure during survey.
How do I know if my Hewescraft was part of the recall?
Decode your HIN to confirm the model and year, then search the USCG recall database at uscgboating.org using the HIN or campaign number 810099S to check for a match.