Donzi Marine recalls
Donzi Marine boats have 1 recall campaign on record across 540 reported units. Below is every campaign, what it covers, and how to confirm a specific hull was fixed before you buy.
Donzi Marine has one recorded USCG safety recall: campaign 940269S from November 1994, covering 540 units of the 152 MEDALLION model for a starter motor ignition protection issue. This single campaign, now over 30 years old, represents a narrow exposure window, and any affected boat would likely have been remedied during its first ownership cycle.
All Donzi Marine recalls
- ⚠ Recall
940269S11/1/1994NON IGN PROTECT NO BOOT; ON STARTER MOTOR
What this means before you buy →
What to check before you buy a used Donzi Marine
- Decode the HIN to confirm the model year and check whether your target boat falls within the 152 MEDALLION production run affected by the 1994 campaign.
- Request documentation from the seller proving the starter motor ignition protection remedy was completed, or have a surveyor inspect the starter motor boot during the pre purchase survey.
- Prioritize a comprehensive survey focused on age related systems, engine hours, hull integrity, and mechanical condition, as a 30 year old recall carries far less weight than current maintenance and structural issues.
- Cross reference the recall record with the HIN tool on this site to verify the manufacturing date and confirm the boat was not built before the remedy was issued.
Frequently asked questions
How many recalls does Donzi Marine have?
Donzi Marine has one USCG safety recall on record: campaign 940269S from November 1994, affecting 540 units of the 152 MEDALLION model for a starter motor ignition protection defect.
What was the Donzi Marine recall for?
The recall addressed a missing ignition protection boot on the starter motor, which could allow fuel vapors to ignite in the bilge. The remedy involved installing the proper protective boot on affected 152 MEDALLION boats.
Which Donzi Marine models were recalled?
Only the 152 MEDALLION model was included in the 1994 starter motor recall. No other Donzi Marine models appear in the USCG recall database.
Should I avoid buying a Donzi Marine because of the recall?
No. The single recall from 1994 is more than 30 years old and limited to one model, and most affected boats were likely remedied decades ago. Focus your due diligence on current mechanical condition, maintenance records, and a thorough survey rather than this historical campaign.