Volvo Penta Of America recalls
Volvo Penta Of America boats have 2 recall campaigns on record across 3,793 reported units. Below is every campaign, what it covers, and how to confirm a specific hull was fixed before you buy.
Volvo Penta Of America has two USCG recalls on record covering approximately 3,800 stern drive units from the early 1980s and 1990. The 1981 campaign addressed fuel line breakage on AQ145 models, while the 1990 recall corrected shifting inconsistency on 290A sterndrives. Both campaigns are decades old, so remedy completion on any surviving unit is the critical verification point for a used buyer.
All Volvo Penta Of America recalls
- ⚠ Recall
810106T7/30/1981FUEL LINE BREAKAGE-PUMP; TO REAR CARB PRIOR 4JUL81
What this means before you buy → - ⚠ Recall
900720T7/18/1990WON'T SHIFT CONSISTENTLY
What this means before you buy →
What to check before you buy a used Volvo Penta Of America
- Cross reference your engine serial number against the affected AQ145 and 290A serial ranges to confirm whether your unit was included in either recall campaign.
- Request documented proof that the fuel line replacement (1981) or shift mechanism repair (1990) was completed by an authorized Volvo Penta dealer.
- Have a surveyor pressure test fuel lines and perform underway shift tests in forward, neutral, and reverse at multiple RPM points regardless of recall status.
- Budget for replacement of any original 1980s fuel system components even if the recall remedy was applied, as 40 plus year old hoses and fittings are due for renewal on age alone.
Frequently asked questions
How many Volvo Penta Of America boat recalls are there?
Volvo Penta Of America has two USCG recalls, one from 1981 covering 1,034 AQ145 engines and one from 1990 covering 2,759 Model 290A sterndrives.
What years are affected by Volvo Penta Of America recalls?
The recalls apply to AQ145 engines built prior to July 4, 1981 and Model 290A sterndrives manufactured through mid 1990. Check your engine serial number to confirm inclusion.
Are Volvo Penta Of America recalls serious?
Yes. The 1981 fuel line recall addressed breakage that could cause fire or loss of power, and the 1990 shifting recall prevented consistent gear engagement, both presenting safety risks.
How do I check if a Volvo Penta sterndrive recall was completed?
Contact a Volvo Penta dealer with your engine or sterndrive serial number to search service records, or request documentation from the seller showing the recall remedy was performed by an authorized shop.