Indian River Boats recalls
Indian River Boats boats have 3 recall campaigns on record across 29 reported units. Below is every campaign, what it covers, and how to confirm a specific hull was fixed before you buy.
Indian River Boats has 3 USCG recalls on record from 1980 to 1981, all addressing capacity plate issues on 14 foot and 16 foot outboard models. The campaigns covered nameplate noncompliance, incorrect safe powering and loading data, and overrated person and weight capacities across 29 total units. If you are considering a used Indian River Boats from this period, the vessel may carry incorrect capacity information that affects both safety and legal compliance.
All Indian River Boats recalls
- ⚠ Recall
800154S6/6/1980NONCOMPLIANCE; #NAME
What this means before you buy → - ⚠ Recall
810213S12/29/1981SAFE POWERING; SAFE LOADING
What this means before you buy → - ⚠ Recall
810165S10/29/1981OVERATED PERS # AND/OR; POUNDS
What this means before you buy →
What to check before you buy a used Indian River Boats
- Verify the HIN falls outside the affected 1980 to 1981 model years or confirm the capacity plate was corrected by the original owner.
- Check the capacity plate against the USCG formula for your specific model to ensure person and weight limits are accurate.
- Request documentation of any recall remedy or capacity plate replacement from the seller.
- Have a surveyor inspect the capacity plate during pre purchase survey and compare to manufacturer specifications.
Frequently asked questions
What recalls affect Indian River Boats?
Three USCG recalls from 1980 to 1981 addressed capacity plate defects on 14 foot and 16 foot outboard models, covering nameplate noncompliance, incorrect safe powering and loading data, and overrated capacities.
How many Indian River Boats were recalled?
A total of 29 units across three campaigns: 2 units in 1980 for nameplate issues, and 27 units in 1981 for capacity rating defects.
Are older Indian River Boats safe to buy?
1980 to 1981 models may have incorrect capacity plates. Verify the HIN, inspect the plate, and have a surveyor confirm the ratings match USCG standards before purchase.
How do I know if my Indian River Boats was recalled?
Compare your HIN model year with the 1980 to 1981 recall window. If it falls within that range and is a 14 foot or 16 foot model, the capacity plate may have been affected and should be verified.