Seajay Boats recalls
Seajay Boats boats have 2 recall campaigns on record across 90 reported units. Below is every campaign, what it covers, and how to confirm a specific hull was fixed before you buy.
Seajay Boats Inc has two USCG recalls on record, both from the early 1980s, affecting 90 boats total. Campaign 810117S (September 1981) addressed overrated horsepower on 50 units of the 16 foot KEV TUNNEL model, and campaign 800074S (March 1980) corrected flotation deficiencies and information plate construction on 40 TR 182 WILDONE models. Both issues present material safety risks if unaddressed, particularly the flotation defect, which compromises buoyancy in a swamping or capsizing scenario.
All Seajay Boats recalls
- ⚠ Recall
810117S9/9/1981OVER RATED HORSE POWER
What this means before you buy → - ⚠ Recall
800074S3/3/1980FAIL LEVEL FLOTATION; INFO PLATE CONST
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What to check before you buy a used Seajay Boats
- Decode the hull identification number to confirm model and build date against the two recalled model lines.
- Request documentation from the seller proving the recall remedy was completed by an authorized dealer or the manufacturer.
- Have a marine surveyor inspect flotation foam integrity and horsepower plate compliance during the pre purchase survey.
- Contact the Coast Guard Recall Information line at 800 368 5647 if remedy records cannot be verified by the seller.
Frequently asked questions
How many Seajay boats have been recalled?
90 Seajay boats were recalled across two campaigns in 1980 and 1981, covering the TR 182 WILDONE and 16 foot KEV TUNNEL models.
What were the Seajay boat recalls for?
The March 1980 recall addressed flotation failure and information plate construction defects on the TR 182 WILDONE. The September 1981 recall corrected overrated horsepower on the 16 foot KEV TUNNEL model.
Should I buy a used Seajay boat with an open recall?
No. An unrepaired recall, particularly the flotation defect, presents significant safety risk and may void insurance coverage. Insist on documented proof of remedy completion before purchase.
How do I check if a Seajay boat was recalled?
Decode the hull identification number to determine the model and build year, then cross reference against the two recall campaigns affecting 1980 to 1981 production TR 182 and 16 foot KEV TUNNEL models.