Somerset Boat recalls
Somerset Boat boats have 2 recall campaigns on record across 82 reported units. Below is every campaign, what it covers, and how to confirm a specific hull was fixed before you buy.
Somerset Boat Co has 2 federal safety recalls on record, both issued in the early 1980s and affecting houseboat models exclusively. The campaigns covered 82 total units and addressed fuel system integrity and engine ventilation defects. If you are evaluating a Somerset houseboat built between 1980 and 1981, verify that both the fuel tank strapping and exhaust blower were inspected and remedied.
All Somerset Boat recalls
- ⚠ Recall
800291S12/12/1980FUEL TANK STRAPING
What this means before you buy → - ⚠ Recall
810205S11/25/1981WRONG SIZE EXHAUST BLOWER; TOO SMALL!!
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What to check before you buy a used Somerset Boat
- Decode the HIN to confirm the model year and check whether it falls within the 1980 to 1981 window covered by the two campaigns.
- Inspect the fuel tank strapping for signs of deterioration or improper mounting, especially on 1980 houseboat models subject to campaign 800291S.
- Verify that the exhaust blower meets the correct size specification and is adequate for the engine compartment volume, as undersized blowers were installed on 1981 houseboats under campaign 810205S.
- Request documentation from the seller showing that the recall remedies were completed, or have a surveyor confirm compliance during the prepurchase inspection.
Frequently asked questions
How many recalls has Somerset Boat Co had?
Somerset Boat Co has 2 federal recalls on record, both issued by the U.S. Coast Guard in the early 1980s. The campaigns affected houseboat models exclusively.
Which Somerset Boat Co models are affected by recalls?
Both recalls affected houseboats. Campaign 800291S covered 1980 houseboat models with fuel tank strapping issues, and campaign 810205S covered all 1981 houseboat models with undersized exhaust blowers.
Are Somerset Boat Co recalls safety critical?
Yes. Fuel tank strapping failures can lead to fuel leaks and fire risk, and undersized exhaust blowers increase the danger of carbon monoxide accumulation or engine compartment explosions.
How do I check if a Somerset houseboat recall was completed?
Ask the seller for remedy documentation or contact a marine surveyor to inspect the fuel tank mounting and exhaust blower during a prepurchase survey. The HIN will confirm the model year and whether the boat falls within a recall window.