Sinbad Dinghys recalls
Sinbad Dinghys boats have 1 recall campaign on record across 30 reported units. Below is every campaign, what it covers, and how to confirm a specific hull was fixed before you buy.
Sinbad Dinghys has one recorded USCG safety recall, campaign 951360S from June 1995, affecting 30 units of their 8 FT ROW model for level flotation and safe load capacity labeling. The recall is three decades old and limited to a specific rowboat model, but buyers considering vintage Sinbad dinghies should verify whether their prospective boat falls within the affected range and that any required remedies were completed.
All Sinbad Dinghys recalls
- ⚠ Recall
951360S6/20/1995LEVEL FLOTATION; SAFE LOAD MAX PERS & WEIG
What this means before you buy →
What to check before you buy a used Sinbad Dinghys
- Decode the HIN on any Sinbad Dinghys 8 foot rowboat to confirm its manufacturing date and check whether it falls within the June 1995 recall window
- Inspect flotation foam or compartments for proper installation and verify that safe load capacity and maximum persons labels are present and legible
- Request documentation from the seller showing that recall 951360S was remedied if the boat matches the affected model and period
- Have a marine surveyor inspect flotation integrity and load capacity compliance on any used Sinbad dinghy before purchase
Frequently asked questions
Does Sinbad Dinghys have any boat recalls?
Yes, Sinbad Dinghys has one USCG recall from June 1995 (campaign 951360S) affecting 30 units of their 8 FT ROW model for flotation and load capacity labeling issues.
Which Sinbad Dinghys models are recalled?
Only the 8 FT ROW (8 foot rowboat) model is affected by recall 951360S. No other Sinbad Dinghys models appear in USCG recall records.
What was wrong with the recalled Sinbad Dinghys boats?
The 1995 recall addressed level flotation deficiencies and safe load capacity labeling, meaning the boats may not have met federal standards for flotation foam distribution or proper weight and passenger capacity markings.
Should I avoid buying a used Sinbad Dinghys?
The single recall is limited to 30 units of one model from 1995, so most Sinbad dinghies are unaffected. Verify the HIN and inspect flotation and load labels on any 8 foot rowboat from that era before buying.