Talon Marine recalls
Talon Marine boats have 2 recall campaigns on record across 48 reported units. Below is every campaign, what it covers, and how to confirm a specific hull was fixed before you buy.
Talon Marine Co has 2 USCG recalls on record, both issued in the early 1990s and affecting 48 boats total. The campaigns addressed flotation stability in 44 units of the 18 foot O/B Sport Boat model (1992) and safe load capacity in 4 units of the V 16 (1994). Any used Talon boat from that era should be verified for remedy completion before purchase.
All Talon Marine recalls
- ⚠ Recall
941254S8/5/1994SAFE LOAD PERS
What this means before you buy → - ⚠ Recall
920405S6/30/1992LEVEL FLOTATION; LEVEL FLOTATION STABILITY
What this means before you buy →
What to check before you buy a used Talon Marine
- Decode the HIN to confirm the model year and check whether your target boat falls under campaign 920405S (18 foot O/B Sport Boat) or 941254S (V 16).
- Request documentation from the seller proving the recall remedy was completed, or contact the builder if still in business to verify remedy status by HIN.
- If remedy status cannot be confirmed, have a marine surveyor inspect flotation integrity and capacity plate compliance before closing.
- Walk away if the seller cannot provide proof of remedy and the boat shows signs of prior flotation or capacity issues.
Frequently asked questions
How many Talon Marine Co boats have been recalled?
48 boats across 2 USCG campaigns, with 44 units in the 1992 flotation recall and 4 units in the 1994 safe load recall.
What years are affected by Talon Marine Co recalls?
The recalls targeted boats manufactured in the early 1990s, specifically the 18 foot O/B Sport Boat (1992 campaign) and V 16 models (1994 campaign). Exact model years depend on when each affected unit was built.
What was wrong with the recalled Talon Marine Co boats?
The 1992 campaign addressed level flotation stability in the 18 foot O/B Sport Boat. The 1994 campaign addressed safe load capacity in the V 16.
Should I avoid buying a used Talon Marine Co boat?
Not necessarily, but confirm remedy completion before purchase if the boat is an 18 foot O/B Sport Boat or V 16 from the early 1990s. Most Talon models are unaffected by these campaigns.