Safety warning 21 October 2025

Mercury Marine 450R and 500R Outboard Motors

Yes – there is an official safety warning for this
Photo of Mercury Marine 450R and 500R Outboard Motors
Photo: official notice
Affected
Outboard motors.
The problem
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.
What to do
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
Source: Office for Product Safety and Standards Official notice ↗

Product information

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.
Product Report and Image Link to product image and PDF

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 customerservices@barrus.co.uk

Additional information

PSD notification number: 2509-0307

Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards

Can I get a refund?

In most cases, yes – recalled items can usually be returned for a full refund, repair or replacement, often without a receipt. Follow the instructions in the notice above, or contact the shop you bought it from. More on your rights after a recall.

Updated 21 October 2025. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.

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