Renken Boat recalls
Renken Boat boats have 1 recall campaign on record across 27 reported units. Below is every campaign, what it covers, and how to confirm a specific hull was fixed before you buy.
Renken Boat Mfg Co Inc has one documented USCG recall on record, issued in December 1992 for flotation and stability concerns on model 1780 boats. The campaign affected 27 units and addressed level flotation compliance, a critical safety system that prevents swamping. Buyers considering a used Renken 1780 from the early 1990s should verify remedy completion before purchase.
All Renken Boat recalls
- ⚠ Recall
920370S12/9/1992LEVEL FLOTATION; LEVEL FLTATION STABILITY
What this means before you buy →
What to check before you buy a used Renken Boat
- Cross reference your boat's HIN against USCG recall campaign 920370S to confirm whether your specific 1780 is included in the 27 affected units.
- Request documentation from the seller proving the flotation system was inspected and remedied per USCG requirements.
- Have a marine surveyor conduct a full stability and flotation test during prepurchase inspection, especially for any 1780 manufactured around 1992.
- Contact the current builder or successor entity to confirm remedy availability if recall work was never completed.
Frequently asked questions
How many Renken boats have been recalled?
One recall campaign (920370S) was issued in 1992, affecting 27 units of the Renken 1780 model for level flotation and stability defects.
What was the Renken 1780 flotation recall about?
The December 1992 recall addressed noncompliance with level flotation stability requirements, meaning the boat's foam flotation system may not have met Coast Guard standards to prevent sinking when swamped.
Should I avoid buying a Renken 1780 because of the recall?
Not necessarily. Verify whether your specific unit was included in the 27 affected boats and confirm the remedy was completed. A surveyor can test flotation integrity during inspection.
How do I know if the recall repair was done on a used Renken?
Ask the seller for service records or USCG remedy completion certificates. If unavailable, a marine surveyor can inspect the flotation system and stability compliance during prepurchase evaluation.