Starcraft recalls
Starcraft boats have 2 recall campaigns on record across 509 reported units. Below is every campaign, what it covers, and how to confirm a specific hull was fixed before you buy.
Starcraft has two USCG recalls on record: a 1992 campaign addressing an electrical bonding wire defect at the fuel fill (451 units across models 171, 191, and 211) and a 2022 campaign for weight capacity and stability issues on the Stealth 166 DC (58 units). Both campaigns address safety critical systems and should be verified as remedied before purchase. The 30 year gap between campaigns suggests generally sound manufacturing practices, but the fuel system recall warrants particular attention on older models.
All Starcraft recalls
- ⚠ Recall
920408T8/13/1992ELECTRICAL BONDING WIRE; AT FUEL FILL
What this means before you buy → - ⚠ Recall
21CG00232/2/2022Maximum weight capacity; Stability test (port)
What this means before you buy →
What to check before you buy a used Starcraft
- Cross reference your HIN with both USCG campaigns (920408T and 21CG0023) to confirm whether your specific hull was affected
- For 171, 191, or 211 models from the early 1990s, inspect the electrical bonding wire at the fuel fill location or obtain proof of remedy completion
- For Stealth 166 DC models, verify the weight capacity placard matches corrected specifications and confirm the stability test remedy was applied
- Request documentation from the seller showing remedy completion dates, or budget for a marine surveyor to inspect the affected systems
Frequently asked questions
Which Starcraft models have recalls?
The 171, 191, and 211 models from 1992 had an electrical bonding wire recall (920408T), and the Stealth 166 DC from 2022 had a weight capacity recall (21CG0023).
What was the Starcraft fuel fill recall about?
Campaign 920408T addressed a missing or improperly installed electrical bonding wire at the fuel fill, creating a potential ignition hazard during refueling. The recall affected 451 units across three models in 1992.
How do I know if my Starcraft boat recall was fixed?
Check your HIN against USCG campaign records, then request remedy completion documentation from the seller or dealer. If unavailable, a pre purchase survey can verify whether the bonding wire or weight capacity corrections were applied.
Are Starcraft boats safe to buy used?
Starcraft has only two recalls spanning 30 years, both addressing specific model years and systems. Used Starcraft boats are generally safe if recalls have been remedied and standard pre purchase inspection standards are followed.