Skipperliner Houseboats recalls
Skipperliner Houseboats boats have 1 recall campaign on record across 49 reported units. Below is every campaign, what it covers, and how to confirm a specific hull was fixed before you buy.
Skipperliner Houseboats has one documented USCG recall from 2002 affecting 49 Aquaminium 600 models. The recall addressed an electrical starter terminal defect and an ungrounded fuel fill, both of which posed fire risk. Any used Skipperliner buyer should verify whether the boat was part of this campaign and confirm the remedy was completed.
All Skipperliner Houseboats recalls
- ⚠ Recall
02R0322S9/9/2002ELECTRICAL STARTER TERM; Fuel fill not grounded
What this means before you buy →
What to check before you buy a used Skipperliner Houseboats
- Decode the HIN to confirm the model year and verify whether your boat falls within the affected Aquaminium 600 series from the 2002 timeframe
- Request documentation from the seller proving the electrical starter terminal and fuel fill grounding defects were remedied by an authorized repair facility
- Have a marine surveyor inspect the electrical system and fuel fill grounding during prepurchase survey, even if remedy documentation exists
- Contact Skipperliner or the selling dealer directly with your HIN to confirm recall status and remedy completion if records are unavailable
Frequently asked questions
How many Skipperliner Houseboats recalls have been issued?
One USCG recall was issued in September 2002, affecting 49 Aquaminium 600 models for electrical starter terminal defects and ungrounded fuel fills.
What was the Skipperliner Aquaminium 600 recall for?
The 2002 recall addressed an electrical starter terminal defect and a fuel fill that was not properly grounded, both creating fire hazards.
How do I check if my Skipperliner boat was recalled?
Decode your HIN to identify the model and year, then cross reference it with the 2002 Aquaminium 600 recall campaign or contact the manufacturer directly with your HIN.
Should I avoid buying a recalled Skipperliner houseboat?
A recalled boat is safe to buy if the remedy was properly completed and documented. Request proof of repair and have a surveyor verify the electrical and fuel fill grounding systems before purchase.