Recalls & Safety Related Defects  -  recent USCG Office of Investigations & Analysis findings

Complete listing of all current Safety Alerts (examples below)
Find items related to a Manufacturer, piece of equipment or category

CG Auxiliary WHAT'S NEW  -  Recreational Boaters & Member items during last 30 days

Previous WHAT'S NEW topics
Find items related to an area of interest
TeamCoastGuard featured stories

Termination of all U.S. Loran-C signals  -  USCG terminated transmission of U.S. Loran-C signals on 08 Feb 2010.  U.S. Loran-C signal unusable.  U.S. participation in Russian-American & Canadian Loran-C chains continues in accordance with international agreements.

Raymarine Recall  -  Raymarine has initiated a voluntary recall of SPX5 Sport Drive Pilot units on sale since February 2009.  Customers should stop using product & arrange de-installation / return to retailer/dealer where purchased for a replacement or, if preferred, refund. 

Recall Notice for "Kite Tubes  -  Sports Stuff Wego Kite Tubes Withdrawn from Market after Reports of Deaths & Injuries

Suzuki Motors Recalls Outboard Engine Models DF200, DF225 & DF250  -   some units may have flywheel defect that could cause serious injuries.  Owners of outboard engine models DF200, DF225 & DF250 should read Suzuki Motors Recall document before using engines.

TYPE V PFD CO2 CYLINDER SAFETY NOTICE  -  bayonet tip CO2 cylinders that are not properly installed will not inflate Lifejacket when triggered.  Individuals with inflatable Lifejackets should check to see if unit has a bayonet tip CO2 cylinder.