450R V8 Racing outboard engine and 500R V8 outboard racing engine
Reason for Recall / Hazard
The air vents of the affected engine cover may allow for fingers to be placed through the air vent gaps.
Product Description & Identification
Reason / Defects: The air vents of the affected engine cover may allow for fingers to be placed through the air vent gaps. Hazards: There is a risk of serious injury including amputations or lacerations to fingers if placed through the air vents. Injuries have occurred. What to do: Stop using the boats with the affected engine and contact an authorised Mercury Marine dealer immediately. An authorised Mercury Marine dealer will arrange for a bezel assembly to be installed over the air vents at no cost. Contact Marine Power International, LLC Email: merc.info@mercmarine.com Call: 03 9791 5822
Affected Products
V8 outboard engines for boats. Models Serial Number Range 450R 1E083006 – 1E099696 500R 1E099432 – 1E102508
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Guid › #text | 5c7f714e-4099-45fe-90cf-d53908d00965 |
| Guid › @ is Perma Link | false |
| Link | https://www.productsafety.gov.au/search-consumer-product-recalls/450r-v8-racing-outboard-engine-and-500r-v8-outboard-racing-engine |
| Pub Date | Fri, 23 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000 |
| Extracted image | https://www.productsafety.gov.au/system/files/styles/large/private/450R%20Image.png?itok=ssuz-6Ei |