Alumacraft Boat recalls
Alumacraft Boat boats have 4 recall campaigns on record across 2,939 reported units. Below is every campaign, what it covers, and how to confirm a specific hull was fixed before you buy.
Alumacraft Boat Co has four USCG safety campaigns on record spanning 1998 to 2006, affecting approximately 2,900 boats. The largest involved seat hinge pins on 2,131 units across various models, while two separate campaigns addressed level flotation deficiencies. Most affected boats are now 18 to 28 years old, making remedy verification critical for any used buyer.
All Alumacraft Boat recalls
- ⚠ Recall
060113T9/22/2006SEAT POST MAY NOT LOCK
What this means before you buy → - ⚠ Recall
040095S8/24/2004LEVEL FLOTATION
What this means before you buy → - ⚠ Recall
060008T2/9/2006SEAT HINGE PIN
What this means before you buy → - ⚠ Recall
980166S10/9/1998LEVEL FLOTATION
What this means before you buy →
What to check before you buy a used Alumacraft Boat
- Look up your hull identification number through USCG Recall Query or contact Alumacraft to determine if your specific boat was included in any campaign
- Prioritize verification of the 2006 seat hinge pin remedy (campaign 060008T), which affected over 2,000 boats and presents an injury risk if the pin was never replaced
- Inspect for physical evidence of remedy completion, such as updated seat hardware or added flotation foam, and request documentation from the seller when available
- Have a marine surveyor confirm level flotation compliance if your boat matches the model years in campaigns 040095S or 980166S, as this affects Coast Guard capacity plate ratings
Frequently asked questions
How many recalls has Alumacraft Boat Co had?
Alumacraft has four USCG safety campaigns on record between 1998 and 2006, covering seat hardware failures and flotation deficiencies across multiple model lines.
What was the largest Alumacraft recall?
Campaign 060008T from February 2006 was the largest, affecting 2,131 boats across various models due to seat hinge pins that could fail and cause injury. Verify this remedy by HIN before purchase.
Should I avoid buying a used Alumacraft because of recalls?
No, but verify remedy completion before buying. The campaigns addressed specific production runs, and most are 18 to 28 years old, giving sellers ample time to have applied the fixes.
How do I check if a specific Alumacraft boat was recalled?
Enter the hull identification number into the USCG Recall Query database at uscgboating.org, or contact Alumacraft customer service directly with the HIN and model year.