Mastercraft Boat recalls
Mastercraft Boat boats have 4 recall campaigns on record across 1,381 reported units. Below is every campaign, what it covers, and how to confirm a specific hull was fixed before you buy.
Mastercraft Boat Co has four USCG recall campaigns on record between 1995 and 2004, affecting approximately 1,381 boats. Three of the four campaigns involved fuel system issues, including fuel tank chafing on MARISTAR, PROSTAR, and X STAR models and a fuel hose chafing issue on the MARISTAR 280. A 2003 steering campaign affected 546 boats across various models.
All Mastercraft Boat recalls
- ⚠ Recall
950282T9/21/1995FUEL TANK CHAFING
What this means before you buy → - ⚠ Recall
030148T9/18/2003STEERING
What this means before you buy → - ⚠ Recall
990151T8/26/1999FUEL TANK CHAFING
What this means before you buy → - ⚠ Recall
040088T7/6/2004FUEL HOSE MAY CHAFE
What this means before you buy →
What to check before you buy a used Mastercraft Boat
- Decode the HIN to confirm the model year and check whether it falls within any of the four campaign date ranges.
- Request proof of remedy completion from the seller, such as a dealer service record or USCG remedy confirmation letter.
- Have a surveyor inspect the fuel tank mounting, fuel hose routing, and steering system for chafing or signs of incomplete repairs.
- Contact Mastercraft or a dealer with the HIN to verify whether open recall work remains.
Frequently asked questions
What were Mastercraft boats recalled for?
Mastercraft campaigns addressed fuel tank chafing (1995 and 1999), steering defects (2003), and fuel hose chafing (2004). The fuel system issues represented the majority of recalled units.
How many Mastercraft boats were recalled?
Approximately 1,381 Mastercraft boats were subject to four campaigns between 1995 and 2004.
Which Mastercraft models were recalled?
Affected models include the MARISTAR 200 VRS, MARISTAR 280, PROSTAR, and X STAR, along with various models in the 2003 steering campaign.
Should I avoid buying a used Mastercraft because of recalls?
Not necessarily. These campaigns are decades old and most have likely been remedied. Verify completion via the HIN and request proof of remedy from the seller or dealer.