Starcraft Marine recalls
Starcraft Marine boats have 4 recall campaigns on record across 1,761 reported units. Below is every campaign, what it covers, and how to confirm a specific hull was fixed before you buy.
Starcraft Marine LLC has four USCG safety recalls on record between 1995 and 1999, affecting approximately 1,761 boats. The largest campaign involved fuel fill fitting cracks on 1,501 units in 1995, while the others addressed navigation light compliance and capacity plate errors. Most affected boats are now 25 to 30 years old, so verify any remedy completion through the HIN before purchase.
All Starcraft Marine recalls
- ⚠ Recall
980210T9/1/1999NAV LIGHTS - GLOW BLUE
What this means before you buy → - ⚠ Recall
990017S3/25/1999NAV LIGHT - HEIGHT
What this means before you buy → - ⚠ Recall
971545S12/15/1997SAFE LOAD: MAX WT; SAFE LOAD: PERS
What this means before you buy → - ⚠ Recall
950131T11/1/1995FUEL FILL FITTING CRACKS; FUEL FILL FITTING CRACKS
What this means before you buy →
What to check before you buy a used Starcraft Marine
- Check the HIN against USCG recall records to confirm which campaigns apply to your target boat
- Verify remedy completion with documentation from the previous owner or selling dealer
- Inspect fuel fill fittings on mid 1990s Starcraft models for cracks or leaks, even if the recall was completed
- Confirm navigation lights meet current USCG requirements and that capacity plates match manufacturer specifications
Frequently asked questions
How many Starcraft boats have been recalled
USCG records show four Starcraft Marine LLC safety campaigns affecting approximately 1,761 boats, all issued between 1995 and 1999.
What was the biggest Starcraft Marine recall
The largest was campaign 950131T in November 1995, which addressed fuel fill fitting cracks on 1,501 boats across multiple model lines.
Are older Starcraft pontoon boats safe
Two recalls addressed navigation light issues on Starcraft pontoons and deckboats in the late 1990s. Verify the remedy was completed and that lights currently meet USCG standards.
Should I check recalls before buying a used Starcraft
Yes. Cross reference the HIN with USCG recall records and request proof of remedy completion from the seller, particularly for boats built in the 1990s.