Navco Outdoor Products recalls
Navco Outdoor Products boats have 1 recall campaign on record across 16 reported units. Below is every campaign, what it covers, and how to confirm a specific hull was fixed before you buy.
Navco Outdoor Products has one recorded USCG safety recall, issued in June 1982 for capacity information defects on 16 MINI BOAT units. The campaign addressed missing or incorrect capacity placards, which could lead to overloading and capsizing. Buyers considering a used Navco Outdoor Products boat from this era should verify the HIN and confirm the remedy was completed.
All Navco Outdoor Products recalls
- ⚠ Recall
820067S6/21/1982CAPACITY INFORMATION
What this means before you buy →
What to check before you buy a used Navco Outdoor Products
- Locate the HIN (hull identification number) on the transom and verify the model year and series against USCG recall records
- Check for a capacity placard near the helm that lists maximum weight and person limits; absence or fading may indicate the recall was never remedied
- Request documentation from the seller showing the remedy was completed, or contact the builder if still operating
- Have a marine surveyor inspect the boat for proper capacity labeling and structural integrity before purchase
Frequently asked questions
How many Navco Outdoor Products boats were recalled?
One USCG recall campaign affected 16 MINI BOAT units in 1982 for capacity information defects.
What was wrong with the recalled Navco Outdoor Products boats?
The 1982 recall addressed missing or incorrect capacity information placards, which are required to prevent overloading and capsizing.
Should I avoid buying a Navco Outdoor Products MINI BOAT?
Not necessarily. Verify the HIN, confirm the capacity placard is present and legible, and request proof the remedy was completed.
How do I know if my Navco Outdoor Products boat was part of the recall?
Decode the HIN to determine the model year. Boats built in 1982 or earlier matching the MINI BOAT model should be checked for proper capacity labeling.