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Consumer Safety Defect Report
 

You may use this online form to report a possible safety defect for a boat or related equipment that is less than 10 years old.

OMB No. 1625-0071
Expires 8/31/2022

Owner Information

   
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Boat Information

   
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Hull Identification Number:
Twelve character manufacturer serial number on outboard starboard side of transom; also shown on the State registration certificate.
Boat Length
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Engine Information

   
Is defect being reported associated with the engine?
Propulsion Type

   
Accident?

Description of the Possible Safety Defect

Please mail copies of any correspondence, repair orders, invoices, marine surveys, photos or sketches that you feel could substantiate the existence of a safety defect. If the possible safety defect is in a component installed or modified by someone other than the boat manufacturer, please so indicate and give details. Mailing address:

Commandant (CG-BSX-23)
US Coast Guard Headquarters
2703 Martin Luther King JR Ave, SE
Washington, DC 20593-7581

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