Klamath Boat recalls
Klamath Boat boats have 1 recall campaign on record across 121 reported units. Below is every campaign, what it covers, and how to confirm a specific hull was fixed before you buy.
Klamath Boat Co Llc has one documented USCG recall affecting 121 units of the 152 WESTCOASTER model, issued in July 2019 for level flotation and safe loading capacity certification issues. The recall addressed compliance with federal stability and buoyancy standards, which are critical safety factors for any used boat purchase. Buyers considering a Klamath 152 WESTCOASTER built around 2019 should verify whether the specific vessel was part of the affected population and confirm remedy completion.
All Klamath Boat recalls
- ⚠ Recall
19CG157S7/12/2019LEVEL FLOTATION; SAFE LOADING MAX PERS WT
What this means before you buy →
What to check before you buy a used Klamath Boat
- Obtain the hull identification number and cross reference it against USCG recall 19CG157S to determine if the boat was part of the 121 unit population
- Contact Klamath Boat Co Llc or the USCG Recall Coordinator to confirm whether the flotation and capacity plate remedy was completed on the specific hull
- Inspect the capacity plate for proper safe loading and maximum person weight ratings that match current federal standards
- Have a marine surveyor evaluate the flotation chambers and overall stability during the prepurchase inspection
Frequently asked questions
How many Klamath boats have been recalled by the Coast Guard?
One USCG recall campaign has been issued for Klamath Boat Co Llc, affecting 121 units of the 152 WESTCOASTER model in 2019.
What was the reason for the Klamath boat recall?
The July 2019 recall addressed level flotation compliance and safe loading maximum person weight certification issues, which affect the stability and buoyancy standards required by federal regulations.
Which Klamath models were recalled?
Only the 152 WESTCOASTER model was subject to the 2019 USCG recall campaign 19CG157S.
Should I avoid buying a used Klamath 152 WESTCOASTER?
Not necessarily. Verify whether the specific hull was part of the 121 unit recall population and confirm that the remedy was completed before purchase.