Osborn Boats Mar recalls
Osborn Boats Mar boats have 1 recall campaign on record across 12 reported units. Below is every campaign, what it covers, and how to confirm a specific hull was fixed before you buy.
Osborn Boats Mar Inc has one documented USCG recall on record, issued in May 1992. The campaign (920368S) addressed level flotation stability concerns on 12 units of the F 170 92 Flats Boat model. For buyers considering a used Osborn Boats Mar Inc from this era, verifying remedy completion is a basic due diligence step.
All Osborn Boats Mar recalls
- ⚠ Recall
920368S5/29/1992LEVEL FLOTATION; LEVEL FLOTATION STABILITY
What this means before you buy →
What to check before you buy a used Osborn Boats Mar
- Decode the HIN to confirm the model year and whether it falls within the 1992 F 170 92 Flats Boat production run.
- Contact the seller to ask whether recall 920368S was remedied and request documentation.
- Have a marine surveyor inspect the flotation system for compliance with stability standards during prepurchase survey.
- Check with Osborn Boats Mar Inc or the USCG for remedy verification if the service history is unknown.
Frequently asked questions
How many Osborn Boats Mar Inc models have been recalled?
One model, the F 170 92 Flats Boat from 1992, was subject to recall campaign 920368S affecting 12 units.
What was the 1992 Osborn Boats Mar Inc recall about?
The recall addressed level flotation and flotation stability issues that could affect the boat's ability to stay level when swamped or taking on water.
Should I avoid buying a 1992 Osborn Boats Mar Inc F 170 92?
Not necessarily, but verify that recall 920368S was completed. A remedied boat that passes a marine survey can be a safe purchase.
Where can I check if an Osborn Boats Mar Inc boat was recalled?
Decode the HIN to identify the model year and hull number, then cross reference with USCG recall 920368S or contact Osborn Boats Mar Inc directly for verification.