Boats & Kayaks: warranties compared
17 brands. We read every warranty so you don't have to. Checked through October 2026.
12 of 17 brands cover boats & kayaks in full for one year or less. The longest full coverage is 10 years, from Sun Tracker. 15 brands keep some parts covered after full coverage ends, and 10 keep something covered for life.
Every brand, side by side
- 1Sun Tracker100/100Full: 10 yearsPartial: to lifetimePartial covers: Pontoons, structure and decking
- 2Mako100/100Full: 5 yearsPartial: to lifetimePartial covers: Hull, stringers and transom
- 3Tracker Boats100/100Full: 5 yearsPartial: to lifetimePartial covers: Hull, structure and deck
- 4Tahoe78/100Full: 3 yearsPartial: to lifetimePartial covers: Hull, stringers and transom
- 5Nitro56/100Full: 1 yearPartial: to lifetimePartial covers: Hull, stringers and transom
- 6Old Town45/100Full: NonePartial: to lifetimePartial covers: Hull and deck; PDL pedal drive; Electric motor; and more
- 7Pelican45/100Full: NonePartial: to lifetimePartial covers: Hull and deck (TST models); Hull and deck (rotomolded models); Hull and deck (blowmolded models); and more
- 8Regency45/100Full: NonePartial: to lifetimePartial covers: Structure and deck; Factory-installed components
- 9Ascend43/100Full: 3 yearsNo partial coverage
- 10Native Watercraft40/100Full: NonePartial: to lifetimePartial covers: Hull (manufacturing defects); Hull (normal wear); Propel pedal drive (701 Series); and more
- 11Sun Dolphin40/100Full: NonePartial: to lifetimePartial covers: Deck and hull; Boat components
- 12Perception23/100Full: NonePartial: to 5 yearsPartial covers: Hull and deck; Hull and deck (second-quality kayaks); Parts and accessories
- 13Shorelander23/100Full: NonePartial: to 5 yearsPartial covers: Trailer (5-year limited); Whole trailer (tongue to taillight)
- 14Hobie18/100Full: NonePartial: to 3 yearsPartial covers: Kayak hull and parts; Inflatable and pre-2019 kayaks
- 15Karavan13/100Full: NonePartial: to 1 yearPartial covers: Whole trailer; Bearings, cups and seals
From each maker's published warranty. “Unverified” means we couldn't confirm the terms on the maker's own site. How we rate warranties
What these warranties often leave out
- Normal wear and tear12 of 17 brands
- Accidental breaks and misuse10 of 17 brands
- Cracks5 of 17 brands
- Scratches, dents and looks5 of 17 brands
- Fading3 of 17 brands
- Water damage1 of 17 brands
How long stores give you to return it
Longest return window first, for boats & kayaks.
- WalmartMost items90 days
- ScheelsMidwest and Mountain West storesMost items90 days
- Bass Pro ShopsMost items60 days
- Cabela'sMost items60 days
- Sportsman's WarehouseMost items30 days
From each store's published return policy, using its rule for boats & kayaks where it has one. Member and holiday extensions aren't counted. Check yours before you buy.
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Questions shoppers ask
Which brand of boats & kayaks has the best warranty?
On paper, Sun Tracker scores highest, with 10 years of full coverage and longer coverage on some parts.
Is a long warranty on boats & kayaks really that long?
Often not for the whole product. Many longer warranties cover only certain parts after the first year or two, and you usually pay for the labor. The bars above show full and partial coverage separately.
Do I need to register to get the warranty?
2 of 17 brands require registration for some of their coverage, often within a set number of days. Keep your receipt either way.
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