Reno Boat Works recalls
Reno Boat Works boats have 1 recall campaign on record across 111 reported units. Below is every campaign, what it covers, and how to confirm a specific hull was fixed before you buy.
Reno Boat Works has one USCG safety recall on record from September 1981, affecting 111 units of their 16 foot Skiff model. The campaign addressed flotation level and capacity labeling compliance. For a builder active in the early 1980s, this single recall represents a limited safety history.
All Reno Boat Works recalls
- ⚠ Recall
810124S9/24/1981LEVEL FLOTATION; CAP LABEL (NO MFG'S NAME)
What this means before you buy →
What to check before you buy a used Reno Boat Works
- Check the HIN to confirm your boat's model year and whether it falls within the 1981 affected production run
- Verify that flotation foam is intact and capacity labels are present and legible
- Request documentation from the seller showing the recall remedy was completed if your boat was affected
- Have a marine surveyor inspect flotation compartments during prepurchase survey
Frequently asked questions
How many Reno Boat Works boats have been recalled?
One campaign from September 1981 affected 111 units of the 16 foot Skiff model for flotation and labeling issues.
What was wrong with the recalled Reno Boat Works boats?
The 1981 recall addressed level flotation requirements and capacity label compliance on 16 foot Skiff models.
Should I avoid buying a 1981 Reno Boat Works 16 foot Skiff?
Not necessarily. Verify the HIN, check that flotation foam and capacity labels are present, and confirm the remedy was applied or have a surveyor inspect flotation systems.
Are newer Reno Boat Works boats affected by recalls?
The only USCG recall on record is from 1981. No subsequent safety campaigns have been issued for this builder.