Weld Craft recalls
Weld Craft boats have 3 recall campaigns on record across 177 reported units. Below is every campaign, what it covers, and how to confirm a specific hull was fixed before you buy.
Weld Craft Mfg Inc has issued 3 USCG recalls between 2006 and 2022, affecting 177 boats total across 3 model lines. The campaigns addressed stability test deficiencies, safe loading capacity plate errors, and horsepower rating discrepancies. Most involved capacity plate corrections rather than structural remedies.
All Weld Craft recalls
- ⚠ Recall
22CG00099/19/2022Stability test (port); Stability test (starboard
What this means before you buy → - ⚠ Recall
18CG134S11/21/2018SAFE LOADING MAX WT; SAFE LOADING MAX PERS WT
What this means before you buy → - ⚠ Recall
06R1821S11/20/2006HORSEPOWER
What this means before you buy →
What to check before you buy a used Weld Craft
- Cross reference the boat's HIN against recall campaign numbers 22CG0009, 18CG134S, and 06R1821S to determine if your prospect is affected.
- Verify that capacity plates show correct maximum weight, maximum persons weight, and horsepower ratings for the specific model and year.
- Request documentation from the seller proving the recall remedy was completed if the HIN falls within a campaign scope.
- Have a marine surveyor confirm stability and loading specifications during prepurchase inspection, especially for 1652 MUV Sportsman X83 and 1242 RS models.
Frequently asked questions
How many Weld Craft boats have been recalled?
177 Weld Craft boats have been recalled across 3 USCG campaigns since 2006, spanning models 1652 MUV Sportsman X83, 1242 RS, and 1852 BASS OUTBOARD.
What were the Weld Craft recalls for?
Recalls addressed stability test failures on 3 units in 2022, safe loading capacity plate errors on 19 units in 2018, and incorrect horsepower ratings on 155 units in 2006.
Are Weld Craft recalls serious safety issues?
The 2022 stability test recall and 2018 loading capacity errors both affect safe loading limits and could lead to capsizing if exceeded. The 2006 horsepower recall affects engine compatibility and performance.
How do I check if a used Weld Craft has an open recall?
Cross reference the hull identification number against USCG campaigns 22CG0009, 18CG134S, and 06R1821S, then verify the capacity plate matches the corrected specifications for that model year.