Mercury Outboard Verado with Joystick Piloting
Published 12 May 2015
Product
Outboard boat engine (200HP to 400HP) with joystick piloting Identifying features description Engine Serial Numbers: 2B022645-2B174772 Actuator Serial Numbers: 000716-000924
Why it was recalled
The steering actuator may be missing the two screws that are intended to retain the internal sensor magnet. The absence of those screws permits the magnet to move and this can result in a false position value being recorded.
Hazard
Potential loss of steering control, which may pose a hazard to the driver or other vessels.
Source: Product Safety Australia. RecallMatch AU provides a screening summary and is independent of the ACCC.