However, I'd like to know (on this forum) if there is an issue concerning my boat, regardless if it is new or a few years old. With this help, I can examine my boat accordingly and act before the issue becomes a problem.
Kai
In Europe, under CE Certification regulations, any manufacturer, be it Hobie, Nacra, AHPC or ??? are required to warranty their product for 2 years.
Problems like this should be taken directly to the dealer &/or manufacturer so that it and future issues like it can be rectified quickly.... After all, continual warranty issues will cost the manufacturer much more than it will ever cost any customer!!!
I agree with Matt Miller in that this forum is not the place for such grievances .... but there is no need to hit out at other manufacturers in defending your company
With regard to letting people know of faults... then keep an eye on the manufacturers websites. Any known faults or warnings should be posted here... For example, check out
Urgent update for current customers!! 
