Yanmar Marine Usa recalls
Yanmar Marine Usa boats have 1 recall campaign on record across 241 reported units. Below is every campaign, what it covers, and how to confirm a specific hull was fixed before you buy.
Yanmar Marine Usa Corp has one federal recall on record, issued in March 2007 covering 241 diesel engines for fuel system failures. The campaign targeted 4BY and 6BY models where fuel hoses could leak and T connections could break, both posing fire and operational risks. Buyers of used boats with these engines should confirm the remedy was completed before purchase.
All Yanmar Marine Usa recalls
- ⚠ Recall
070009T3/30/2007FUEL HOSE MAY LEAK; T-CONNECTIONS MAY BREAK
What this means before you buy →
What to check before you buy a used Yanmar Marine Usa
- Check the engine serial number against recall campaign 070009T to see if your 4BY or 6BY engine was included in the 241 affected units.
- Request proof from the seller that the fuel hose and T connection replacement was completed by an authorized Yanmar dealer.
- Have a marine surveyor inspect the fuel system for any signs of leaks or cracked connections, even if the recall remedy was claimed.
- Contact Yanmar Marine directly with the engine serial number to verify remedy completion status if seller documentation is missing.
Frequently asked questions
What Yanmar engines were recalled?
Campaign 070009T covered 4BY and 6BY diesel engines manufactured before March 2007, totaling 241 units with defective fuel hoses and T connections.
What was wrong with the recalled Yanmar engines?
Fuel hoses could leak and T connections could break, creating fire hazards and causing engine failure underway.
How do I know if my Yanmar engine was recalled?
Cross reference your engine serial number with campaign 070009T through a Yanmar dealer or by contacting Yanmar Marine with your model and serial number.
Is a 2007 Yanmar recall still relevant today?
Yes. Unremedied fuel system defects remain safety hazards regardless of age, and some affected engines may still be in service on used boats.