North River Jet Boats recalls
North River Jet Boats boats have 4 recall campaigns on record across 333 reported units. Below is every campaign, what it covers, and how to confirm a specific hull was fixed before you buy.
North River Jet Boats Inc has four USCG recalls on record from 2001 and 2005, affecting Sportster and 1710 SCOUT models. The campaigns addressed blower warning labels, capacity labels, and unspecified defects, with 232 Sportster units and up to 101 Scout units involved. For used buyers, these older campaigns are most relevant when considering boats from the early 2000s model years.
All North River Jet Boats recalls
- ⚠ Recall
01R0410S7/24/2001LABEL BLOWER WARNING; HQ itme
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041014R112/28/2005 - ⚠ RecallWhat this means before you buy →
041024R112/28/2005 - ⚠ Recall
041024T11/28/2005LABEL; CAPACITY
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What to check before you buy a used North River Jet Boats
- Request the Hull Identification Number and cross reference it against USCG recall databases to confirm which campaigns apply
- Ask the seller for documentation proving the remedy was completed by an authorized dealer
- If the recall was never remedied, contact North River or a certified service center to determine if parts and service are still available
- Consider a prepurchase survey that specifically inspects blower warning systems and capacity plate compliance on affected models
Frequently asked questions
How many North River Jet Boats Inc boats have been recalled?
Four campaigns between 2001 and 2005 affected 232 Sportster units and up to 101 1710 SCOUT units. Three of the four campaigns involved labeling compliance rather than mechanical failures.
Which North River models were recalled?
The 2001 Sportster and the 2005 1710 SCOUT were subject to recalls. The campaigns addressed blower warning labels, capacity labels, and unspecified defects.
Can I still get a recalled North River Jet Boats Inc repaired?
Remedy availability depends on the specific campaign and parts stock. Contact North River directly or a certified dealer with your HIN to determine if the fix is still available.
Does a recall mean North River Jet Boats Inc boats are unsafe?
Not necessarily. Three of the four campaigns were labeling corrections, which are administrative rather than safety critical. Any defect related campaigns should be verified as remedied before purchase.