Mallard Marine recalls
Mallard Marine boats have 1 recall campaign on record across 178 reported units. Below is every campaign, what it covers, and how to confirm a specific hull was fixed before you buy.
Mallard Marine has one recall on record with the U.S. Coast Guard, issued in October 2007. The campaign affected 178 units of the First Generation Marsh Rat model and concerned safe loading capacity labeling and level flotation requirements. For buyers of used Mallard Marine boats, the primary concern is verifying whether a First Generation Marsh Rat was remedied with updated capacity plates.
All Mallard Marine recalls
- ⚠ Recall
07V163S10/31/2007SAFE LOADING MAX WT; LEVEL FLOTATION
What this means before you buy →
What to check before you buy a used Mallard Marine
- Confirm whether the boat is a First Generation Marsh Rat model by checking the HIN and model designation.
- Request documentation from the seller showing that the capacity plate was updated or replaced as part of the 2007 recall remedy.
- Inspect the capacity plate for proper safe loading weight and level flotation information that meets USCG requirements.
- Have a marine surveyor verify that current capacity labeling is present and accurate during the prepurchase inspection.
Frequently asked questions
How many recalls has Mallard Marine had?
Mallard Marine has one recall on record with the U.S. Coast Guard, issued on October 31, 2007, affecting 178 units of the First Generation Marsh Rat.
What Mallard Marine models were recalled?
Only the First Generation Marsh Rat model was subject to the 2007 recall. Other Mallard Marine models have no recall history on record.
What was the Mallard Marine recall about?
The 2007 recall addressed safe loading maximum weight and level flotation labeling requirements. Affected boats required updated or replacement capacity plates to meet U.S. Coast Guard standards.
How do I know if my Mallard Marine boat was part of the recall?
Check whether your boat is a First Generation Marsh Rat model and cross reference the hull identification number (HIN) with USCG recall records or contact the manufacturer for confirmation of remedy status.