Regal Marine Industrie recalls
Regal Marine Industrie boats have 2 recall campaigns on record across 145 reported units. Below is every campaign, what it covers, and how to confirm a specific hull was fixed before you buy.
Regal Marine Industrie has 2 USCG recalls on record, both from the early 1980s affecting 145 units total. The first campaign (800300S, February 1981) addressed HIN format compliance on 110 units of the 18 foot Countess 1 model. The second campaign (820073T, July 1982) involved hull delamination on 35 units across various models, a structural defect that can compromise watertight integrity and hull strength.
All Regal Marine Industrie recalls
- ⚠ Recall
820073T7/1/1982HULL DELAMINATION
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800300S2/2/198111 CHARACTER HIN
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What to check before you buy a used Regal Marine Industrie
- Verify the HIN format on any Regal Marine Industrie from the early 1980s and confirm it meets current USCG standards.
- Inspect for signs of hull delamination, including soft spots, flexing, or separation between layers, especially on boats from 1982 or earlier.
- Request documentation of any recall remedies performed by previous owners or dealers.
- Have a qualified marine surveyor perform a moisture meter test and hull tap survey before purchase.
Frequently asked questions
Were Regal Marine Industrie boats recalled?
Yes, Regal Marine Industrie had 2 USCG recalls in the early 1980s: one for HIN format compliance affecting 110 units of the Countess 1 model, and one for hull delamination affecting 35 units across various models.
What was the Regal Marine Industrie hull delamination recall?
Campaign 820073T, issued in July 1982, addressed hull delamination on 35 Regal Marine Industrie boats across various models. Hull delamination is a separation of fiberglass layers that weakens structural integrity.
How do I know if my Regal Marine Industrie was part of a recall?
Check your hull identification number (HIN) against the recall campaigns. The HIN recall affected 18 foot Countess 1 models from 1981, while the hull delamination recall affected various models from 1982.
Should I avoid buying a Regal Marine Industrie from the 1980s?
Not necessarily. Both recalls affected limited production runs over 40 years ago. A thorough prepurchase survey focusing on hull integrity and HIN verification will reveal whether a specific boat was affected or properly remedied.