Smoker Craft recalls
Smoker Craft boats have 4 recall campaigns on record across 1,468 reported units. Below is every campaign, what it covers, and how to confirm a specific hull was fixed before you buy.
Smoker Craft has four USCG recall campaigns on record, spanning 1992 to 1996 and affecting approximately 1,468 boats. The issues range from horsepower overrating (806 units of the 15 foot Resorter) to flotation compliance and electrical faults. Buyers should verify whether any campaign applies to their target boat and confirm remedy completion before purchase.
All Smoker Craft recalls
- ⚠ Recall
940235T9/2/1994NON IGN PROTECTED DEVICE
What this means before you buy → - ⚠ Recall
920297S4/24/1992HORSEPOWER OVERRATED
What this means before you buy → - ⚠ Recall
961478S11/14/1996LEVEL FLOTATION
What this means before you buy → - ⚠ Recall
920109S1/28/1992LIGHT NO FUSE STERN LT; ALSO MODEL 08-008-91
What this means before you buy →
What to check before you buy a used Smoker Craft
- Cross reference the HIN against all four campaign numbers (920109S, 920297S, 940235T, 961478S) to identify applicability.
- Request documentation from the seller proving the recall remedy was completed by an authorized dealer.
- If the boat falls under the horsepower overrating campaign, verify the current engine matches the corrected capacity plate installed during the remedy.
- For boats subject to the flotation or electrical recalls, have a marine surveyor inspect those systems during the prepurchase survey.
Frequently asked questions
How many Smoker Craft boats have been recalled?
Four campaigns have recalled approximately 1,468 Smoker Craft boats between 1992 and 1996. The largest was campaign 920297S, which affected 806 units of the 15 foot Resorter due to horsepower overrating.
What was the Smoker Craft horsepower recall about?
Campaign 920297S (April 1992) recalled 806 units of the 15 foot Resorter because the boat was overrated for horsepower. The remedy involved installing a corrected capacity plate with the proper maximum horsepower rating.
Do I need to worry about a 1990s Smoker Craft recall today?
Yes, if the remedy was never completed. Check the HIN against campaign 920109S, 920297S, 940235T, or 961478S, and verify remedy completion with documentation or contact the manufacturer.
Which Smoker Craft models were recalled?
The 15 foot Resorter (horsepower), 17 NPT 16 foot aluminum fish boat (flotation), models 05 102 91 and 05 102 91PCO (stern light), and all models equipped with the Mercury Sport 90 (ignition device). Each campaign lists specific model numbers that should be verified against your target boat.