Sabre recalls
Sabre boats have 4 recall campaigns on record across 216 reported units. Below is every campaign, what it covers, and how to confirm a specific hull was fixed before you buy.
Sabre Corporation has four USCG recalls on record between 1997 and 2000, affecting 216 units across Sabreline 43, Sabreline 47, Sabre 362, and Sabre 402 models. The campaigns addressed shaft seal leaks, a diesel fuel tank leak, steering rudder stock failure, and boom failure risk. Buyers should verify whether any listed remedy was completed and inspect the affected systems during survey.
All Sabre recalls
- ⚠ Recall
990147T8/16/1999SHAFT SEAL LEAKS
What this means before you buy → - ⚠ Recall
980232T12/24/1998FUEL TANK LEAK - DIESEL
What this means before you buy → - ⚠ Recall
970117T10/24/1997STEERING RUDDER STOCK FAI; LURE
What this means before you buy → - ⚠ Recall
000096T1/12/2000BOOM COULD FAIL
What this means before you buy →
What to check before you buy a used Sabre
- Cross reference the hull identification number against the recall campaign numbers 990147T, 980232T, 970117T, and 000096T to confirm whether your candidate boat was included.
- Request documentary proof that the builder or a dealer completed the listed remedy, such as a work order, receipt, or compliance letter.
- Have your marine surveyor pay specific attention to the shaft seal, fuel tank integrity, rudder stock condition, and boom attachment points during the prepurchase inspection.
- If the seller cannot confirm remedy completion, factor the cost of correction and potential safety risk into your offer or walk away.
Frequently asked questions
Which Sabre Corporation models were recalled?
Four models appear in USCG recalls: Sabreline 43 and 47 for shaft seal leaks, Sabre 362 for steering rudder stock failure, and Sabre 402 for both fuel tank leaks and boom failure risk.
How many Sabre boats were affected by recalls?
A total of 216 units were recalled across the four campaigns between 1997 and 2000.
What was the most serious Sabre Corporation recall?
The steering rudder stock failure on 86 Sabre 362 hulls presented significant safety risk, as did the boom failure campaign affecting 56 Sabre 402 sailboats. Both could result in loss of control or injury.
How do I check if a used Sabre boat I am buying was recalled?
Decode the hull identification number to confirm the model and build year, then check whether it falls within the affected ranges for campaigns 990147T, 980232T, 970117T, or 000096T. Request proof of remedy completion from the seller or prior service records.