Ranger Boats recalls
Ranger Boats boats have 6 recall campaigns on record across 3,037 reported units. Below is every campaign, what it covers, and how to confirm a specific hull was fixed before you buy.
Ranger Boats has issued 6 federal safety recalls between 1993 and 2021, affecting approximately 3,037 vessels. The campaigns address fuel system defects (fuel valve leaks and fuel fill fitting cracks affecting 1,746 units combined), electrical system overcurrent protection and wiring issues (271 units), steering helm binding (768 units), and a fuel tank securing concern (252 units). Fuel system recalls represent the highest fire risk and warrant close attention during pre purchase inspection.
All Ranger Boats recalls
- ⚠ Recall
21MF03818/6/2021Tank moves less than ¼” i
What this means before you buy → - ⚠ Recall
930137T7/26/1993STERRING; TELEFLEX HELM; BINDING CLUTCH ROLLERS
What this means before you buy → - ⚠ Recall
060028T5/11/2006OVERCURRENT PROTECTION
What this means before you buy → - ⚠ Recall
080014S3/12/2008FUEL VALVE LEAK
What this means before you buy → - ⚠ Recall
060102T11/21/2006ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
What this means before you buy → - ⚠ Recall
950163T11/1/1995FUEL FILL FITTING CRACKS; FUEL FILL FITTING CRACKS
What this means before you buy →
What to check before you buy a used Ranger Boats
- Decode the hull identification number and cross reference it against all six recall campaigns to determine applicability
- Request documentary proof of remedy completion from the seller, particularly for the 2008 fuel valve leak campaign and 1995 fuel fill fitting campaign
- Have a marine surveyor inspect fuel system components, electrical connections, and steering helm operation regardless of recall status
- Contact Ranger customer service with the HIN to confirm recall and remedy history if seller documentation is incomplete
Frequently asked questions
How many boats has Ranger Boats recalled?
Ranger has recalled approximately 3,037 vessels across 6 federal safety campaigns filed with the Coast Guard between 1993 and 2021. The largest single campaign involved 1,216 boats for fuel valve leaks in 2008.
What were the most serious Ranger boat recalls?
The two fuel system recalls pose the greatest safety risk: the 2008 fuel valve leak campaign (1,216 units) and the 1995 fuel fill fitting crack recall (530 units), both of which create potential fire hazards. The 1993 steering helm recall affecting 768 boats is also critical due to loss of control risk.
How do I check if a used Ranger boat was recalled?
Decode the 12 character hull identification number stamped on the transom to identify the model year and serial range, then compare it against the affected models and date ranges listed in each of the six Ranger recall campaigns. You can also contact Ranger customer service directly with the HIN.
Do Ranger recalls affect resale value?
An unrepaired recall defect reduces value and insurability, while a boat with documented remedy completion should not see diminished value. Buyers should verify remedy status and factor repair costs into negotiations if the recall work was never completed.