Sea Sprite Boats recalls
Sea Sprite Boats boats have 1 recall campaign on record across 34 reported units. Below is every campaign, what it covers, and how to confirm a specific hull was fixed before you buy.
Sea Sprite Boats Inc has one USCG recall on record, issued in April 1982 for the SEA RAIDER model. The recall addressed overstated passenger capacity and inadequate flotation affecting 34 units. Buyers considering a 1980s era SEA RAIDER should verify the remedy was completed and the capacity plate reflects corrected limits.
All Sea Sprite Boats recalls
- ⚠ Recall
820042S4/6/1982PERSONS CAPACITY TOO HIGH; INADEQUATE FLOTATION
What this means before you buy →
What to check before you buy a used Sea Sprite Boats
- Decode the HIN to confirm the manufacture year and check if it falls within the recalled production period
- Verify the capacity plate shows corrected passenger limits and matches Coast Guard requirements
- Request documentation proving the flotation remedy was performed by an authorized facility
- Consider a marine survey to inspect flotation foam condition and structural integrity
Frequently asked questions
Does Sea Sprite Boats Inc have any boat recalls?
Yes, Sea Sprite Boats Inc has one USCG recall from April 1982 affecting 34 units of the SEA RAIDER model due to overstated capacity ratings and inadequate flotation.
What models of Sea Sprite Boats Inc were recalled?
Only the SEA RAIDER model was subject to the 1982 recall. No other Sea Sprite models appear in USCG recall records.
What safety issues did the Sea Sprite recall address?
The recall addressed two related defects: the capacity plate overstated the number of persons the boat could safely carry, and the flotation foam was inadequate to support that claimed capacity.
Should I be concerned about this recall when buying a used Sea Sprite?
If you are considering a SEA RAIDER from the early 1980s, verify the remedy was completed and inspect the capacity plate. Other Sea Sprite models and years are not affected by this recall.