Spectre Powerboats recalls
Spectre Powerboats boats have 1 recall campaign on record across 8 reported units. Below is every campaign, what it covers, and how to confirm a specific hull was fixed before you buy.
Spectre Powerboats has one USCG recall on record: campaign 940237T from September 1994, which affected 8 units equipped with Mercury Sport 90 engines. The defect involved a non ignition protected device in the engine compartment, creating a potential fire or explosion hazard from fuel vapors. This recall is highly specific to the engine configuration and represents a narrow scope of risk for used buyers.
All Spectre Powerboats recalls
- ⚠ Recall
940237T9/2/1994NON IGN PROTECTED DEVICE
What this means before you buy →
What to check before you buy a used Spectre Powerboats
- Verify whether your Spectre boat is equipped with a Mercury Sport 90 engine and cross reference the HIN with USCG campaign 940237T.
- Request documentation proving the ignition protection remedy was completed by an authorized service center.
- Inspect the engine compartment for proper ignition protected components, particularly around electrical devices and fuel system areas.
- If the remedy status is unclear, have a marine surveyor or mechanic verify compliance with ignition protection standards before purchase.
Frequently asked questions
How many recalls has Spectre Powerboats had?
Spectre Powerboats has one documented USCG recall: campaign 940237T from September 1994, affecting 8 units with Mercury Sport 90 engines.
What was the Spectre Powerboats recall for?
The 1994 recall addressed a non ignition protected device in the engine compartment, which posed a fire or explosion risk from fuel vapors near electrical components.
Does the 1994 Spectre recall affect all models?
No, the recall applies only to Spectre models equipped with Mercury Sport 90 engines. Only 8 units were involved in this campaign.
How do I verify if the recall was fixed on my Spectre boat?
Request service records showing the ignition protection remedy was installed, or have a surveyor inspect the engine compartment for compliant ignition protected components.