Sumerset Acquisition recalls
Sumerset Acquisition boats have 2 recall campaigns on record across 262 reported units. Below is every campaign, what it covers, and how to confirm a specific hull was fixed before you buy.
Sumerset Acquisition Llc has 2 USCG safety recalls on record affecting 262 houseboat units built between 2005 and 2007. The campaigns addressed fuel system defects (83 units in 2005) and ventilation/exhaust issues (179 units in 2007), both critical safety systems. Remedy verification is essential before purchasing any used Sumerset houseboat from that period.
All Sumerset Acquisition recalls
- ⚠ Recall
07R2375S8/13/2007VENTILATION; EXHAUST SYSTEM
What this means before you buy → - ⚠ Recall
04R0389S1/27/2005FUEL SYSTEM
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What to check before you buy a used Sumerset Acquisition
- Decode the HIN to confirm model year and check if it falls within the 2005 to 2007 recall window
- Request documentary proof from the seller that both fuel system and ventilation recalls were completed
- Have a marine surveyor inspect fuel lines, exhaust routing, and ventilation openings for proper remedy work
- Contact the USCG Recall Helpline (800 368 5647) with the HIN to verify open recall status
Frequently asked questions
How many Sumerset Acquisition Llc boats have been recalled?
262 houseboat units across 2 campaigns: 83 for fuel system defects in 2005 and 179 for ventilation/exhaust issues in 2007.
What models were affected by Sumerset recalls?
The 16 X 68 houseboat (2005 fuel system recall) and 16 X 80 houseboat (2007 ventilation/exhaust recall).
Are Sumerset Acquisition Llc houseboats safe to buy?
Only if the seller can prove both the fuel and exhaust recalls were remedied. Unrepaired units carry documented safety defects in critical systems.
How do I check if a used Sumerset has open recalls?
Call the USCG Recall Helpline at 800 368 5647 with the hull identification number. They can confirm remedy completion status.