Skookum Dories Palmer recalls
Skookum Dories Palmer boats have 2 recall campaigns on record across 18 reported units. Below is every campaign, what it covers, and how to confirm a specific hull was fixed before you buy.
Skookum Dories Palmer has 2 USCG recall campaigns on record, both from 1980 to 1981, affecting 18 boats total. The campaigns addressed level flotation defects on 8 foot Pilchuck models and missing certification and capacity labels on 16 foot Snake models. These early campaigns are typical of small manufacturers establishing compliance during that era.
All Skookum Dories Palmer recalls
- ⚠ Recall
810016S2/2/1981LEVEL FLOTATION; SKU080010480& 0050780
What this means before you buy → - ⚠ Recall
800269S11/11/1980NO CERT & CAPACITY L
What this means before you buy →
What to check before you buy a used Skookum Dories Palmer
- Verify the HIN against recall 810016S if buying an 8 foot Pilchuck or 800269S if buying a 16 foot Snake model from that era
- Check for proof of remedy completion, particularly flotation inspection reports or replacement capacity plates
- Have a marine surveyor inspect flotation adequacy on any early 1980s Pilchuck, even if the recall was reportedly completed
- Request documentation showing compliance with Coast Guard capacity and certification requirements
Frequently asked questions
How many Skookum Dories Palmer boats were recalled?
18 boats across 2 campaigns from 1980 to 1981, covering 8 foot Pilchuck models (flotation) and 16 foot Snake models (certification labels).
What was wrong with recalled Skookum Dories Palmer boats?
The 1981 campaign addressed level flotation defects on 5 Pilchuck models. The 1980 campaign addressed missing Coast Guard certification and capacity labels on 13 Snake models.
Should I avoid buying a Skookum Dories Palmer boat?
Not necessarily. Both recalls are over 40 years old and affected small production runs. Verify remedy completion and have a surveyor inspect flotation and labeling on any early 1980s model.
How do I check if a used Skookum Dories Palmer was recalled?
Cross reference the HIN with campaign 810016S (8 foot Pilchuck) and 800269S (16 foot Snake models). Both campaigns were from 1980 to 1981 production.