Kenner Boats recalls
Kenner Boats boats have 3 recall campaigns on record across 502 reported units. Below is every campaign, what it covers, and how to confirm a specific hull was fixed before you buy.
Kenner Boats has three USCG recall campaigns on record, issued between 2006 and 2008, affecting a total of 502 boats. All three campaigns involved capacity labeling and flotation certification issues rather than structural or mechanical defects. For buyers of used Kenner boats, these were administrative corrections requiring updated capacity plates, remedies that most affected boats likely received years ago.
All Kenner Boats recalls
- ⚠ Recall
080026S6/6/2008LABEL; CAPACITY
What this means before you buy → - ⚠ Recall
080027S6/6/2008LABEL; CAPACITY
What this means before you buy → - ⚠ Recall
041020S3/20/2006SAFE LOADING MAX PERS WT; LEVEL FLOTATION
What this means before you buy →
What to check before you buy a used Kenner Boats
- Request the hull identification number and check it against USCG recall databases to confirm whether your target boat was part of campaigns 080026S, 080027S, or 041020S.
- If the boat was affected, verify with the seller or via documentation that the capacity plate was replaced or corrected per the remedy.
- Focus your prepurchase inspection on actual flotation foam condition and overall hull integrity, as the recall issues were labeling errors rather than design flaws.
- For Kenner 1902 Vision models (the largest affected group at 464 units), confirm the maximum person weight and level flotation labels match current Coast Guard standards.
Frequently asked questions
What models of Kenner boats were recalled?
Three models were affected: Kenner 180V ST (6 units), Kenner 1902 Vision (464 units), and Mako 181ST (32 units). All campaigns were issued between 2006 and 2008.
Were Kenner boat recalls for serious safety defects?
No. All three campaigns addressed capacity labeling and flotation certification plates that were incorrect or missing, not hull failures, engine problems, or structural defects.
How many Kenner boats were recalled in total?
Approximately 502 boats across the three campaigns, with the 2006 Kenner 1902 Vision campaign representing the vast majority at 464 units.
Should I avoid buying a used Kenner boat because of recalls?
Not necessarily. The recalls were limited in scope, addressed labeling rather than design flaws, and remedies were straightforward. Verify recall completion and prioritize a thorough hull and systems survey as you would with any used boat.