Initial Marine recalls
Initial Marine boats have 1 recall campaign on record across 10 reported units. Below is every campaign, what it covers, and how to confirm a specific hull was fixed before you buy.
Initial Marine Inc has one recall on record with the U.S. Coast Guard, issued in July 2007 for a labeling issue on the 290 SC 28 foot 6 inch model. The campaign affected just 10 units and involved correcting vessel identification labels, not a safety critical defect. For used buyers, this limited recall history suggests minimal systemic manufacturing issues, though verifying remedy completion on any affected hull remains prudent.
All Initial Marine recalls
- ⚠ Recall
07R2243S7/1/2007LABEL
What this means before you buy →
What to check before you buy a used Initial Marine
- Decode the HIN to confirm the build date and check whether the hull falls within the 10 units affected by the 2007 labeling recall
- Request documentation from the seller showing the recall remedy was completed, or contact Initial Marine Inc directly with the HIN
- Have a marine surveyor inspect the vessel identification labels during the prepurchase survey to verify compliance
- Review the full Coast Guard recall notice (campaign 07R2243S) to understand exactly what label corrections were required
Frequently asked questions
Does Initial Marine Inc have any boat recalls?
Yes, Initial Marine Inc has one Coast Guard recall on record, issued in July 2007 for incorrect labeling on 10 units of the 290 SC model. No safety critical recalls are reported.
What was recalled on Initial Marine Inc boats?
The 2007 recall (campaign 07R2243S) addressed labeling errors on the 290 SC 28 foot 6 inch model. This was an administrative compliance issue, not a structural or safety defect.
How do I check if my Initial Marine Inc boat was recalled?
Decode your hull identification number to determine the build date and model, then cross reference it against Coast Guard campaign 07R2243S, which affected 10 units of the 290 SC built around 2007. Contact Initial Marine Inc with your HIN for confirmation.
Are Initial Marine Inc recalls serious?
The single recall on record was for labeling compliance, not a critical safety defect. With only 10 units affected in a 2007 administrative campaign, the recall history does not indicate widespread manufacturing problems.