2025.10.21 Safety Report: Mercury Marine 450R and 500R Outboard Motors

21 October 2025

The following notice has been issued by the Office for Product Safety and Standards.

Product
Mercury Marine 450R and 500R Outboard Motors

Type
Recreational craft - Watercraft

Brand
Mercury Marine

Models
450R and 500R

Serial numbers
1E083006 to 1E099696 (450R) and 1E099432 to 1E102508 (500R)

Country of origin
United States

Product description
Outboard motors

Hazard
The product presents a risk of injuries as it is possible for the user to trap their fingers in the top cowl air vents during use.

The product does not meet the requirements of the Recreational Craft Regulations 2017.

Corrective action
Mercury Marine is providing a bezel assembly to cover the top air vents of the affected engine models. Consumers with affected products should take their boat to any Mercury Marine Authorised Dealer for bezel installation. To identify your local dealer, access the following webpage: Mercury Marine

For further information, please contact the UK importer E. P Barrus Ltd via [email protected]

Full notice

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