Malibu Boats recalls
Malibu Boats boats have 5 recall campaigns on record across 9,684 reported units. Below is every campaign, what it covers, and how to confirm a specific hull was fixed before you buy.
Malibu Boats Inc has issued 5 USCG recalls since 2006, affecting fuel systems, electrical systems, and electronic engine controls. The largest campaign in 2008 covered 3,251 units for electronic engine control issues. Used buyers should verify that any applicable recalls were completed before purchase.
All Malibu Boats recalls
- ⚠ Recall
060087T9/29/2006FUEL SYSTEM
What this means before you buy → - ⚠ Recall
180015T9/12/2018ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
What this means before you buy → - ⚠ Recall
080029T8/8/2008ELECTRONIC ENGINE CONTROL
What this means before you buy → - ⚠ Recall
190036T6/4/2019FUEL SYSTEM
What this means before you buy → - ⚠ Recall
21SD00012/19/2021Other
What this means before you buy →
What to check before you buy a used Malibu Boats
- Look up your target boat's HIN on the USCG recall database to check for open campaigns
- Request documented proof that all applicable recalls were remedied by an authorized dealer
- Pay special attention to fuel system and electrical system recalls, which represent the majority of safety campaigns
- Confirm any electronic engine control or electrical system recalls were addressed, as these affect critical boat systems
Frequently asked questions
How many Malibu Boats recalls have been issued?
Malibu Boats Inc has issued 5 USCG safety recalls between 2006 and 2021, affecting fuel systems, electrical systems, and electronic engine controls across multiple model lines.
What was the biggest Malibu Boats recall?
The largest recall was campaign 080029T in 2008, which affected 3,251 units for electronic engine control issues on all models except RIDE and RESPONSE.
Are Malibu fuel system recalls a concern for used buyers?
Malibu has issued two fuel system recalls affecting 353 units in 2006 and 3,143 units in 2019. Buyers should verify remedy completion, as fuel system defects pose fire and safety risks.
How do I check if a used Malibu boat has open recalls?
Enter the boat's HIN into the USCG recall search at uscgboating.org. Request documentation from the seller showing that any applicable recalls were completed by an authorized Malibu dealer.