Bayliner Recall not enough styrofoam in your hull?

[BassMoBill]

Hallo zusammen,

meine Marine in Italien hat ab diesem Jahr geschlossen. Dennoch hat mich der damalige Betreiber angeschrieben dass ich bald Post von Bayliner bekommen würde. Es geht um einen Recall von Bayliner. Ob mein Boot, VR4 2023, betroffen ist konnte er noch nicht sagen.

Ich hab daraufhin im Netz etwas gesucht und in USA einen aktuellen Bayliner Recall mit dem Hintergrund "not enough styrofoam in your hull" gefunden.

Hat hier jemand bereits Post von Bayliner bekommen? Es würde sich in verschiedenen Modellen zeigen.
Hat jemand dazu bereits News dazu? Ich würde gerne hier alle Infos sammeln wollen, das betrifft sicher mehrere.

[BassMoBill]

Das Update habe ich aus dem offiziellen PDF von Bayliner: Date: November 4, 2025
To: All Dealer Principals, General Managers, Warranty/Service Managers, and Parts Managers

BAYLINER SERVICE BULLETIN BL 25-08
OFFICIAL SAFETY GATE NOTIFICATION #30295
FLOTATION RECALL AFFECTING BAYLINER VR4OE PORTUGAL AND POLAND PLANT BOAT MODELS
Issue Alert

Bayliner has discovered that some VR4OE boat models built out of our Portugal and Poland plants may not comply with requirements for Level Flotation as stipulated by the Recreational Craft Directive (RCD) 2013/53/EU. All units included in this campaign meet the RCD requirements for Basic Flotation, but some may not meet more stringent Level Flotation requirements.

Remedy

Install an additional quantity of flotation foam as specified in the field work instructions to meet Level Flotation requirements.

In order to install the appropriate amount of flotation foam, storage volume has been impacted, and the transom shower (if applicable) has been relocated.

Part Order Requirements

Shop tools and/or parts required to be ordered from Bayliner can be found in the attached Field Instructions. You must include the HIN and Service Bulletin number BL 25-08 when placing your part order.

NOTE:
The below parts are for this service campaign only and are unavailable for stock ordering. Any stock order submissions will be rejected.

REQUIRED PARTS/MATERIALS TO BE ORDERED FROM BAYLINER

(See attached dealer boat list to determine which kit to order)

Qty: 1
Part Number: 2453088
Description: SBR, KIT FLOTATION VR4 OB NO SHOWER BL 25-08

Qty: 1
Part Number: 2453089
Description: SBR, KIT FLOTATION VR4 OB SHOWER BL 25-08

Please do NOT schedule repair work until the kit is received.
A lead time will be communicated upon order based on current volume.

Any part order placed for a part that is NOT listed on the Field Instructions will not be covered under warranty and the claim will be rejected.

Warranty Claim Requirements
1. Complaint Failed Part Number

Use 2452567 SB, BL 25-08 VR4OB FOAM SAFETY GATE 30295 when filing your claim.
Do NOT order parts for this number – it is for claim filing only.

2. Complaint Attachments

Photo Requirements:

HIN tag (clear and visible)

Photo verifying installation, Step 20

3. Replacement Parts

Include Accessory Order # for each replacement part.

4. Labor Allowance

Repair: 6.0 hours

NOTE:
Failure to follow the Warranty Claim Requirements will result in rejection of your warranty claim.

Covered Vessels

VR4OE boat models built out of the Portugal and Poland plants.
A list of boats subject to this service campaign is attached. If Bayliner has not received a warranty registration for a boat, it is assumed the boat is still in inventory.

Boats in inventory must NOT be operated, demonstrated, or offered for sale until this service has been completed.

Customer Letter Mailing Date

To reach consumers, dealers are asked to attempt additional contact by telephone, mail, internet, or other appropriate methods to complete the required services.

Bayliner will begin notifying owners of affected boats within two weeks of this notification. A sample notification letter is included for reference.

Reminder

The Warranty Claim Failed Part Number is NOT a part number to order. Use it only when filing your warranty claim. Refer to the Field Instructions for all shop tools, materials, parts, and labor allowed to complete the work.

Dealers must communicate all photo requirements with their technicians to avoid delays and/or rejections of warranty claims.

Dealers can identify boats with open service campaigns by running the “Boats with Open Service Bulletin Report” in Compass or by entering the HIN in the Compass search box. Instructions can be found on Tab 3 of the Dealer Boat List.

For questions contact:

Phone: (865) 971-6232

Email: techsupport@bayliner.com

Thank you,
Tonia Sawdy
Service Campaign & Compliance Program Coordinator
BBG, Service Center of Excellence

Customer Notification Letter

Bayliner Boats
C/O Compass Marine Services
PO Box 638
Sarasota, FL 34230

December 1, 2025

FIRST NOTIFICATION:
BL 25-08, FLOTATION RECALL AFFECTING BAYLINER VR4OE PORTUGAL AND POLAND PLANT BOAT MODELS
SAFETY GATE #30295

Dear Customer,

Bayliner Boats® believes quality is vital and is committed to continued quality support of our products. The goal of your dealer and Bayliner Boats® is to inform you as quickly as possible of any potential impact to your satisfaction.

Our records indicate that you purchased your vessel and that it falls within the range of this notification.

What is the condition?

Bayliner has discovered that some VR4OE boat models built out of the Portugal and Poland plants may not comply with Level Flotation requirements as stipulated by the Recreational Craft Directive (RCD) 2013/53/EU. All units meet Basic Flotation requirements, but some may not meet Level Flotation requirements.

What will Bayliner Boats® do?

Additional flotation foam will be installed using interior access points. This will not impact structural integrity, aesthetics, or the value of your boat. Any authorized Bayliner dealer will perform this service at no cost.

What should you do?

STOP USE of your vessel and contact your authorized Bayliner dealer to schedule service or ask questions regarding this notification.

We value you as a customer and apologize for any inconvenience.

Best regards,
Venture Boat Group

If you no longer own this boat, please contact a Bayliner Product Support Specialist at 865-971-6232.

[scrad]

Laut der Info eines Bootsmechanikers ist nicht genug Auftriebskörper verbaut um das Boot unsinkbar zu machen.

Also stopft man den dringend benötigten Stauraum mit Schaumblöcken voll , macht den Stempel in die Unterlagen und nimmt den Mist anschließend wieder raus weil man ja irgendwo seine Plödden hinpacken muss