Silverton Marine recalls
Silverton Marine boats have 1 recall campaign on record across 14 reported units. Below is every campaign, what it covers, and how to confirm a specific hull was fixed before you buy.
Silverton Marine Corp has one recorded USCG safety campaign from January 1980 covering a defect across various models, affecting 14 units total. The campaign is over four decades old, but any used Silverton from that production period should be checked for remedy completion. Buyers considering 1980 era Silverton models should verify the hull identification number against the campaign scope and confirm documented repairs.
All Silverton Marine recalls
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800004S1/1/1980
What to check before you buy a used Silverton Marine
- Request the hull identification number (HIN) from the seller and cross reference it against the 1980 recall campaign 800004S to confirm whether the specific boat was included.
- Ask the seller for documentation proving the defect was remedied, such as receipts from an authorized dealer or a letter from the manufacturer confirming completion.
- If remedy documentation is missing, have a qualified marine surveyor inspect the specific systems or components that were subject to the original defect during the prepurchase survey.
- Contact the current manufacturer or successor entity if available to obtain campaign records or remedy verification for your HIN.
Frequently asked questions
How many recalls has Silverton Marine Corp had?
Silverton Marine Corp has one recorded USCG safety campaign, issued in January 1980 under campaign number 800004S, which affected 14 units across various models due to a defect.
What models were affected by the Silverton Marine Corp recall?
The 1980 campaign 800004S lists various as the affected models, meaning multiple model lines from that production period were included. Buyers should verify their specific HIN against campaign records.
Does a 1980 recall still matter when buying a used Silverton boat today?
Yes, if the boat was part of the affected production run and the defect was never remedied, the original safety issue may still be present. Always verify remedy completion through documentation or a surveyor inspection.
How can I check if my Silverton boat was recalled?
Obtain the hull identification number (HIN) from the transom or hull certificate and cross reference it with USCG campaign 800004S records, or request the seller provide proof of remedy completion from the manufacturer.