Cape Marine recalls
Cape Marine boats have 1 recall campaign on record across 17 reported units. Below is every campaign, what it covers, and how to confirm a specific hull was fixed before you buy.
Cape Marine Corp has one documented recall with the U.S. Coast Guard: a 1995 campaign addressing fuel fill fitting cracks that affected 17 boats across various models. This single safety action, now over 30 years old, suggests a relatively clean manufacturing record, though any prospective buyer of a mid 1990s Cape Marine Corp boat should verify that the fuel system remedy was completed.
All Cape Marine recalls
- ⚠ Recall
950135T9/13/1995FUEL FILL FITTING CRACKS; FUEL FILL FITTING CRACKS
What this means before you buy →
What to check before you buy a used Cape Marine
- Decode the HIN to confirm your boat's manufacturing date and compare it to the September 1995 recall window.
- Contact the U.S. Coast Guard Recall Database or Cape Marine Corp directly to confirm whether your hull was part of the 17 unit fuel fill fitting campaign and whether the remedy was applied.
- Inspect the fuel fill fitting and surrounding deck area for any signs of cracking, fuel staining, or previous repair work during your prepurchase survey.
- Request documentation from the seller showing completion of the recall remedy or any fuel system service records that reference the fitting replacement.
Frequently asked questions
How many recalls has Cape Marine Corp had?
Cape Marine Corp has one recorded recall with the U.S. Coast Guard: campaign 950135T from September 1995 addressing fuel fill fitting cracks on 17 boats.
What was the Cape Marine Corp fuel fill fitting recall?
The recall addressed fuel fill fittings that could crack, creating a potential fuel leak hazard. It affected various models built around 1995, with 17 total units recalled.
How do I know if my Cape Marine Corp boat was part of the 1995 recall?
Decode your hull identification number to verify the build date falls within the 1995 timeframe, then cross reference with the USCG recall database using campaign number 950135T or contact Cape Marine Corp with your HIN.
Should the 1995 fuel fill fitting defect have been fixed by now?
Given the recall is over 30 years old, the remedy should have been completed, but you must verify this with documentation or direct inspection, as not all owners respond to recall notices.