Meyers Boat recalls
Meyers Boat boats have 1 recall campaign on record across 37 reported units. Below is every campaign, what it covers, and how to confirm a specific hull was fixed before you buy.
Meyers Boat Company Inc has one recorded USCG safety recall, issued in August 2002 for incorrect weight capacity labeling on 37 units of the 13 SPORTSPAL model. The campaign addressed missing or inaccurate safe loading placards that could lead to overloading. This is a relatively clean recall history for a builder, though buyers of older Meyers canoes should verify capacity labels match USCG requirements.
All Meyers Boat recalls
- ⚠ Recall
021063S8/13/2002SAFE LOADING MAX WT; SAFE LOADING MAX PERS WT
What this means before you buy →
What to check before you buy a used Meyers Boat
- Check the model designation and verify whether the boat is a 13 SPORTSPAL manufactured around 2002
- Inspect the capacity plate for safe loading maximum weight and maximum persons weight, ensuring the placard is legible and intact
- Request documentation from the seller showing the recall remedy was completed, or have the HIN checked against USCG recall databases
- If the capacity plate is missing or damaged, contact a marine surveyor to determine proper weight limits before operating the boat
Frequently asked questions
How many recalls has Meyers Boat Company Inc had?
Meyers Boat Company Inc has one recorded USCG safety recall, issued in 2002 for weight capacity labeling on 37 units of the 13 SPORTSPAL model.
What was the Meyers boat recall for?
The August 2002 recall addressed missing or incorrect safe loading capacity placards, which could allow buyers to overload the boat beyond its rated weight limits.
Which Meyers boat models were recalled?
Only the 13 SPORTSPAL model was affected, with 37 units recalled in 2002 for capacity labeling issues.
Should I avoid buying a used Meyers boat because of recalls?
No. One labeling recall over 20 years ago is a minor safety record for a builder. Verify the capacity plate on any used Meyers boat, particularly 13 SPORTSPAL models from the early 2000s, and confirm the remedy was applied.