How many recalls does Wellcraft (oob) have?

Wellcraft (oob) has 8 federal recalls on record as of April 2026. Common models affected include the Scarab.

How do I check a Wellcraft (oob) boat's history?

Enter the boat's 12-character HIN on HullScore.com. Wellcraft (oob) HINs start with WEL. A free preview shows basic decode info. A Title Report ($19) checks federal and commercial databases for stolen records, liens, salvage history, and more.

What are common issues with Wellcraft (oob) boats?

Wellcraft (oob) has 8 recalls on file, including recalls affecting the PETROL 47 & 37 EXCALIBUR. With 401 USCG-reported accidents, the most common contributing factors are machinery failure and operator inattention. Run a HIN check for vessel-specific history.

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Manufacturer Profile · 1906 to 2021

Wellcraft (oob)

Wellcraft (oob) is one of the most widely registered boat brands in the U.S., with 13,856 hulls on file spanning 1906 to 2021. Federal records show 8 recalls and 401 USCG-reported accidents involving Wellcraft (oob) hulls. Popular models include the Scarab, Nova, Excalibur.

Known for:recreationalsmodels like the Scarabstrong resale presence

Known Recalls

USCG Accidents

401

Registered Vessels

13,856

Active Years

1906–2021

MIC Code

WEL

Popular Wellcraft (oob) Models

Scarab(22)Nova(6)Excalibur(5)Cc(4)Runabout(4)Unk(4)Coastal(4)St. Tropez(4)Bowrider(3)196 Eclipse(3)Martinique(3)St Tropez(3)

Vessel counts from USCG registry data. Enter a HIN to check history on a specific model.

Check a Wellcraft (oob) Boat

Wellcraft (oob) HINs start with WEL. Enter any 12-character HIN for a free decode, or upgrade to a Title Report ($19) to check federal and commercial databases for stolen records, liens, salvage history, and more.

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Wellcraft (oob) Fleet Safety Overview

Based on 401 USCG-reported incidents involving Wellcraft (oob) vessels from 2009 through 2023. These figures reflect all reported accidents for this make across the U.S. fleet and do not indicate the history of any individual vessel.

49machinery failure

36operator inattention

27improper lookout

24weather

20alcohol

Wellcraft (oob) Recalls (8)

050065TOct 2005

PETROL 47 & 37 EXCALIBUR

CARBON MONOXIDE

45 units affected

030132SAug 2003

37 AND 47 EXCALIBUR

FUEL FILL HOSE

12 units affected

010147SAug 2001

VARIOUS

FUEL FILTER - GENERATOR

187 units affected

980070TMay 1998

SCARAB 19 FOOT JET

FLOODING AROUND EXHAUST

163 units affected

970130TDec 1997

EXCEL/WELCR 23SE 26SE 240SE 260

ELECTRICAL A/C GROUND

1,794 units affected

950278TSep 1995

FUEL FILL FITTING CRACKS

3 units affected

911131TNov 1991

28' COASTAL CRUISER (1989)

GAS TANK RUPTURED

463 units affected

810062SMay 1981

310 SUNCRUISER

ELECTRICAL STANDARD

256 units affected

How to Identify a Wellcraft (oob) HIN

Every Wellcraft (oob) boat manufactured or imported into the U.S. after 1972 has a 12-character Hull Identification Number (HIN) stamped on the transom. Wellcraft (oob) HINs begin with the manufacturer code WEL.

WELXXXXXXXXX

MIC codeSerialMonthYear

About Wellcraft (oob)

Wellcraft (oob) is a boat manufacturer tracked by the U.S. Coast Guard under MIC code WEL. Vessels on file span model years 1906 through 2021. HullScore tracks 13,856 Wellcraft (oob) vessels in our database, along with 8 manufacturer recalls and 401 USCG-reported boating accidents.

The most commonly registered Wellcraft (oob) models include the Scarab, Nova, Excalibur, Cc, Runabout. The fleet is primarily composed of recreationals and open motorboats.

Before purchasing a used Wellcraft (oob), we recommend running a boat history report. A HullScore Boat History Report ($19) checks federal and commercial databases for stolen vessel records, maritime liens, salvage history, accidents, casualties, recalls, and USCG documentation status.