Scott Boat recalls
Scott Boat boats have 1 recall campaign on record across 68 reported units. Below is every campaign, what it covers, and how to confirm a specific hull was fixed before you buy.
Scott Boat Co Inc has one USCG recall on record, campaign 800075S from March 1980, affecting 68 units of the 1680 O/B model for safe loading and level flotation deficiencies. The campaign is over 40 years old, meaning most affected boats should have been remedied or are no longer in service. Buyers considering a used Scott Boat Co Inc 1680 O/B from that era should verify the remedy was completed and the flotation system meets current safety standards.
All Scott Boat recalls
- ⚠ Recall
800075S3/3/1980SAFE LOADING; LEVEL FLOTATION
What this means before you buy →
What to check before you buy a used Scott Boat
- Decode the HIN to confirm the model and manufacturing year, then cross reference it against the 1680 O/B model from the 1980 recall campaign.
- Request documentation proving the safe loading and flotation defects were corrected, or contact the USCG Boating Safety Recall Coordinator to verify remedy status by HIN.
- Hire a marine surveyor to inspect the flotation foam and capacity plate, ensuring the boat meets level flotation requirements and posted load limits are accurate.
- Test the boat fully loaded to its rated capacity in controlled water to confirm it remains stable and does not take on water if swamped.
Frequently asked questions
How many recalls has Scott Boat Co Inc had?
Scott Boat Co Inc has one USCG recall on record, campaign 800075S issued in March 1980 for safe loading and level flotation issues on the 1680 O/B model.
Which Scott Boat Co Inc models were recalled?
Only the 1680 O/B model was subject to the 1980 recall campaign, which affected 68 units built around that time.
What was the Scott Boat Co Inc recall for?
The recall addressed safe loading capacity and level flotation deficiencies, meaning the boat may have been marked with incorrect weight limits or lacked sufficient flotation foam to stay level if flooded.
Should I avoid a used Scott Boat Co Inc 1680 O/B?
Not necessarily, but you must verify the 1980 recall remedy was completed and have a surveyor confirm the flotation system and capacity plate are correct before buying any 1680 O/B from that era.