Native Watercraft warranty for boats & kayaks
The short version
Native Watercraft doesn't cover everything, but keeps hull (manufacturing defects) and hull (normal wear) covered for life. That full coverage is the same as most of the 17 brands we compared, which typically cover nothing in full. Some of this coverage only applies if you register the product.
From Native Watercraft's published warranty, checked October 2026.
What's covered
Full coverage: everything, parts and laborPartial coverage: some parts only, you usually pay labor
Purchase5 yrs10 yrs+Full: NonePartial: to lifetime
- Partial coverageHull (manufacturing defects)Only if you registerLifetime
- Partial coverageHull (normal wear)Only if you register5 years
- Partial coveragePropel pedal drive (701 Series)Only if you register5 years
- Partial coverageKayak componentsOnly if you register1 year
The fine print, decoded
What it leaves out
- Accidental breaks and misuse
- Cracks
- Normal wear and tear
Good to know before you buy
- Register the kayak and drive within 14 days of purchase to activate the warranty.
- Covers the original retail buyer only; rental or commercial boats get just 1 year.
- File claims through the dealer you bought from, with dated receipt, serial numbers and photos.
- Damage from ratchet straps or winching onto a trailer is not covered.
How other brands compare for boats & kayaks
- 1. Sun Tracker100/100 · Full: 10 years
- 2. Mako100/100 · Full: 5 years
- 3. Tracker Boats100/100 · Full: 5 years
- 4. Tahoe78/100 · Full: 3 years
- 5. Nitro56/100 · Full: 1 year
Where you buy it matters
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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