Kevcon recalls
Kevcon boats have 1 recall campaign on record across 412 reported units. Below is every campaign, what it covers, and how to confirm a specific hull was fixed before you buy.
Kevcon Corp has one recorded USCG recall campaign (050023S, June 2005) covering level flotation defects in 412 units across three jon boat and Stealth models built around that period. The issue involved inadequate flotation, a critical safety concern for small aluminum hulls. Buyers considering a 2005 era Kevcon Corp STEALTH 145C, 1237 JON, or 1437 JON should verify whether the remedy was completed.
All Kevcon recalls
- ⚠ Recall
050023S6/17/2005LEVEL FLOTATION
What this means before you buy →
What to check before you buy a used Kevcon
- Decode the HIN to confirm the model year and check if your boat falls within the affected STEALTH 145C, 1237 JON, or 1437 JON models from the 2005 campaign.
- Contact Kevcon Corp or the dealer to confirm whether recall 050023S was remedied on your specific hull.
- If the flotation remedy was not completed, arrange the repair before purchase or negotiate a price reduction to cover the cost.
- Have a marine surveyor inspect flotation integrity during the prepurchase survey, even if the recall was reportedly fixed.
Frequently asked questions
How many Kevcon Corp boats have been recalled?
One USCG campaign (050023S in 2005) covered 412 units across three models for level flotation defects.
Which Kevcon Corp models were recalled?
The 2005 flotation recall affected STEALTH 145C, 1237 JON, and 1437 JON models built around that period.
What was wrong with the recalled Kevcon Corp boats?
The 2005 recall addressed level flotation deficiencies, meaning inadequate buoyancy material to keep the boat afloat in a swamped condition.
How do I know if my used Kevcon Corp boat was recalled?
Decode your HIN to identify the model year, then check if it matches the STEALTH 145C, 1237 JON, or 1437 JON from the 2005 campaign and contact Kevcon Corp or the dealer for remedy status.