Sharpe Houseboat recalls
Sharpe Houseboat boats have 2 recall campaigns on record across 328 reported units. Below is every campaign, what it covers, and how to confirm a specific hull was fixed before you buy.
Sharpe Houseboat Inc has two USCG recalls on record, affecting 328 units between 2002 and 2003. The campaigns addressed an electrical system defect (123 units, various models) and missing blower warning labels (205 units, model 82x16 WC). Both are safety concerns that used buyers should verify before purchase.
All Sharpe Houseboat recalls
- ⚠ Recall
030171S11/19/2003ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
What this means before you buy → - ⚠ Recall
02R0323S10/25/2002LABEL; BLOWER WARNING
What this means before you buy →
What to check before you buy a used Sharpe Houseboat
- Request the hull identification number (HIN) from the seller and check USCG records to confirm whether the specific boat falls under either recall campaign.
- If the boat was part of the electrical system recall (campaign 030171S), verify that the remedy was completed by requesting documentation or contacting the original dealer.
- For boats matching the 82x16 WC model (campaign 02R0323S), inspect the blower compartment to confirm proper warning labels are now installed.
- Have a marine surveyor inspect the electrical system regardless of recall status, as houseboats from this era may have additional wiring concerns beyond the documented campaign.
Frequently asked questions
How many Sharpe Houseboat Inc boats have been recalled?
Two USCG campaigns have affected 328 Sharpe Houseboat Inc units total: 123 for an electrical system defect in 2003 and 205 for missing blower warning labels in 2002.
What was the electrical system recall on Sharpe houseboats?
Campaign 030171S issued in November 2003 covered an electrical system defect across various Sharpe Houseboat Inc models, affecting 123 units. The specific defect and remedy details should be verified through USCG records using the boat's HIN.
Does the blower warning label recall affect all Sharpe houseboats?
No, campaign 02R0323S from October 2002 applied only to the 82x16 WC model, covering 205 units with missing blower compartment warning labels.
Should I avoid buying a used Sharpe houseboat because of recalls?
Not necessarily. Verify the HIN against recall databases and confirm any applicable remedies were completed. A current marine survey is essential for any houseboat from this period regardless of recall history.