Sea Ray recalls
Sea Ray boats have 2 recall campaigns on record across 349 reported units. Below is every campaign, what it covers, and how to confirm a specific hull was fixed before you buy.
Sea Ray has issued 2 USCG safety recalls since 1981, both involving fuel system defects. The campaigns affected 349 units across the 260 Sundancer and 260 DA models, spanning builds from the early 1980s to the mid 2010s. For buyers considering a used Sea Ray in these model families, confirming recall remedy completion is a standard part of pre purchase due diligence.
All Sea Ray recalls
- ⚠ Recall
180012S7/27/2018FUEL SYSTEM
What this means before you buy → - ⚠ Recall
810077T3/6/1981FUEL OVERFLOW/DEFECT
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What to check before you buy a used Sea Ray
- Cross reference your target boat's year and model against the recall campaigns above to confirm whether it falls within the affected population.
- Request the HIN and contact Sea Ray or a dealer to verify whether the fuel system remedy was completed on that specific hull.
- Have a surveyor inspect the fuel system for signs of leakage, staining, or non OEM modifications, regardless of recall status.
- Walk the bilge and engine compartment for fuel odor before any sea trial; fuel system defects are a fire risk and a deal breaker if unresolved.
Frequently asked questions
How many Sea Ray boats have been recalled?
Sea Ray has 2 recorded USCG recalls covering 349 units total. Both campaigns involved fuel system defects on the 260 Sundancer and 260 DA models.
Which Sea Ray models are affected by recalls?
The 260 Sundancer (1981 campaign, 106 units) and 260 DA (2018 campaign, 243 units) are the models named in USCG recall data.
What were the Sea Ray recalls for?
Both recalls addressed fuel system defects, one classified as fuel overflow in 1981 and one as a general fuel system defect in 2018. Fuel system failures present fire and safety risks.
Should I avoid buying a Sea Ray with an open recall?
An open fuel system recall is a serious safety concern and insurance liability. Confirm the remedy was completed or negotiate a pre closing repair as a condition of sale.