Sport Lafite recalls
Sport Lafite boats have 1 recall campaign on record across 100 reported units. Below is every campaign, what it covers, and how to confirm a specific hull was fixed before you buy.
Sport Lafite has one documented USCG recall on record, issued in March 1980 for flotation defects affecting the 17 SPS LAFITTE model. The campaign covered approximately 100 units built during that period. If you are considering a Sport Lafite from this era, verifying that the flotation remedy was completed is a critical step in your due diligence.
All Sport Lafite recalls
- ⚠ Recall
800070S3/3/1980FLOTATION
What this means before you buy →
What to check before you buy a used Sport Lafite
- Decode the HIN to confirm the model year and check if your prospect falls within the affected 17 SPS LAFITTE range
- Request documentation from the seller showing the flotation recall remedy was completed by an authorized facility
- Have a marine surveyor inspect the flotation foam condition and compartment integrity regardless of remedy status
- Contact Sport Lafite or successor entities if available to verify recall compliance by hull number
Frequently asked questions
What was the Sport Lafite recall about?
The single USCG recall (campaign 800070S) addressed flotation defects in the 17 SPS LAFITTE model, affecting approximately 100 units manufactured around 1980.
How many Sport Lafite boats were recalled?
Approximately 100 units of the 17 SPS LAFITTE model were included in the 1980 flotation recall campaign.
Should I avoid buying a Sport Lafite because of the recall?
Not necessarily. If the flotation remedy was completed and documented, and a current survey confirms structural integrity, a Sport Lafite from this era can still be a viable purchase. Unverified remedy status is a red flag.
How do I check if a specific Sport Lafite boat was fixed?
Request the HIN from the seller, confirm the model matches the 17 SPS LAFITTE designation, and ask for proof of remedy completion. A marine survey should verify flotation integrity regardless of documentation.