Larson Boats recalls
Larson Boats boats have 11 recall campaigns on record across 4,259 reported units. Below is every campaign, what it covers, and how to confirm a specific hull was fixed before you buy.
Larson Boats has 11 USCG recalls on record between 1996 and 2006, affecting approximately 4,200 units across Cabrio, SEI, and LXi model lines. Eight of the 11 campaigns addressed electrical system defects, including shore power wiring, AC grounding, and ignition protection issues that posed shock or fire hazards. Used buyers should verify that any applicable recall remedies were completed, particularly on 1990s and early 2000s Cabrio and SEI models where electrical and fuel system defects were most common.
All Larson Boats recalls
- ⚠ Recall
970090T8/7/1997FUEL FILL COULD ABRADE
What this means before you buy → - ⚠ Recall
020116S7/17/2002ANTI-SIPHON PROTECTION
What this means before you buy → - ⚠ Recall
030060T6/9/2003IGNITION PROTECTION; BULKHEAD NOT SEALED
What this means before you buy → - ⚠ Recall
960050T6/5/1996ELECTRICAL - GEN WIRING
What this means before you buy → - ⚠ Recall
960041T4/26/1996ELECTRICAL ADDITIONAL; BREAKER NEEDED
What this means before you buy → - ⚠ Recall
010066S4/25/2001BASIC FLOTATION
What this means before you buy → - ⚠ Recall
970042T4/11/1997ELECTRICAL SHORE POWER; AND GENERATOR WIRING
What this means before you buy → - ⚠ Recall
980054T4/10/1998ELECTRICAL AC GROUND; SHOCK HAZARD
What this means before you buy → - ⚠ Recall
960029T2/22/1996ELECTRICAL HOT WIRE NOT; IN HARNESS
What this means before you buy → - ⚠ Recall
960043T2/22/1996FUEL FILL
What this means before you buy → - ⚠ Recall
060111T12/7/2006ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
What this means before you buy →
What to check before you buy a used Larson Boats
- Cross reference your boat's HIN and model year against the 11 campaigns listed above to identify applicable recalls.
- Request documentary proof from the seller that recall remedies were performed by an authorized dealer or qualified marine technician.
- Have a marine surveyor inspect all electrical systems, AC shore power connections, and fuel fill components on any Larson built between 1995 and 2006.
- Contact Larson or a Larson dealer with your HIN to confirm recall completion status and obtain remedy instructions if work remains outstanding.
Frequently asked questions
Which Larson Boats models have the most recalls?
The Cabrio series accounts for 6 of 11 recalls, including the 260, 270, 274, 280, 290, 310, and 330 models. The SEI line, particularly the 180 and 190, appears in 4 campaigns covering electrical and flotation defects.
What was the most common recall issue on Larson boats?
Electrical system defects represent 8 of the 11 campaigns, addressing AC grounding failures, shore power wiring errors, missing circuit breakers, and ignition protection gaps that created shock or fire risk. Two recalls involved fuel fill abrasion or improper anti siphon protection.
How do I check if my used Larson boat has open recalls?
Locate the HIN on the transom, then contact Larson customer service or a Larson dealer to request a recall history search. You can also cross reference the HIN's model year and series against the campaign list to identify potentially applicable recalls.
Are Larson recalls from the 1990s still relevant when buying today?
Yes. Electrical and fuel system defects do not expire and can cause shock, fire, or carbon monoxide hazards regardless of a boat's age. Unrepaired recall defects remain safety risks and should be verified as complete or remedied before purchase.