Kitco recalls
Kitco boats have 3 recall campaigns on record across 1,398 reported units. Below is every campaign, what it covers, and how to confirm a specific hull was fixed before you buy.
Kitco Inc issued three safety recalls in 2005 covering 1,398 boats across models 5700, 5725, and 5750. All three campaigns addressed incorrect safe loading capacity placards that overstated the maximum weight and passenger capacity. If you are considering a used Kitco Inc from this era, verifying the placard remedy is complete is essential to safe operation and legal compliance.
All Kitco recalls
- ⚠ Recall
04V072T8/11/2005SAFE LOADING MAX PERS WT; SAFE LOADING MAX WT
What this means before you buy → - ⚠ Recall
04V073T7/8/2005SAFE LOADING MAX WT; SAFE LOADING MAX PERS WT
What this means before you buy → - ⚠ Recall
04V074T7/11/2005SAFE LOADING MAX PERS WT
What this means before you buy →
What to check before you buy a used Kitco
- Decode the HIN to confirm the year and exact model number of the boat you are inspecting
- Check whether your model (5700, 5725, or 5750) falls within the affected population and verify the current safe loading placard against USCG capacity plate requirements
- Ask the seller for documentation proving the recall remedy was completed, such as a dealer service record or signed remedy confirmation from the manufacturer
- If no proof exists, contact the current owner of the Kitco Inc brand or a certified marine surveyor to confirm the placard is correct before finalizing the purchase
Frequently asked questions
Which Kitco Inc models were recalled?
Models 5700, 5725, and 5750 manufactured prior to mid 2005 were subject to safe loading capacity placard recalls. The 5700 accounted for the majority of affected units at 1,038 boats.
What was the defect in these Kitco Inc recalls?
The safe loading capacity placards displayed incorrect maximum weight and maximum person weight values that exceeded what the hull was certified to carry. Operating at the placard limits risked overloading and instability.
How do I verify the recall was completed on a used Kitco Inc?
Request remedy documentation from the seller, or physically inspect the capacity placard and cross reference it against the USCG recall notice for your model. A marine surveyor can confirm compliance during a prepurchase inspection.
Is it safe to buy a Kitco Inc 5700, 5725, or 5750 today?
Yes, provided the recall remedy was applied and the correct capacity placard is installed. These were straightforward placard replacements, not structural defects, so a remedied boat presents no elevated risk.