Merc 50hp 4 Stroke EFI

[davidll]

I posted this question prior to the "oops" should have backed it up. I did get some replys and am most pleased with the responses. I guess I should have asked, has anyone had a problem with any Merc 4 stroke, EFI any year. My prior post was I have to have 2 gaskets replaced between the power head and lower unit. This motor is a 2003, 50hp tiller - model #50ELHPT4SEF - serial # OT671797. <br /><br />David

 

[orca]

Re: Merc 50hp 4 Stroke EFI

G'Day. Dave, As far as I can tell Merc 4 strokes on some boats will develop a strange noise at certain RPMs, I appears to be a gasket in the exhust system vibrating, Merc have decided to replace the gaskets on all motors as a precaution. nothing to worry about, contact your dealer and he will sort you out.

 

[Maximum Gravity]

Re: Merc 50hp 4 Stroke EFI

Just want to echo Whaley's sentiments. This type of recall is fairly common, and if you think about it, a good sign. It shows that Mercury's R&D department is listening to their customers, paying attention to their dealers and going an extra step to resolve a faulty design.<br /><br />Anyone familiar with some of the PWC industry's practices may know the glaring differnecs in the levels of recalls I am talking about.<br /><br />This is a big expense to the manufacturer, and shows a lot of good will on their part to keep their customers happy.<br /><br />Just my opinion, but I think you are better off with a company that announces a recall, then one that lets you struggle through with faulty equipment, and a lot of expense replacing items....