starter failure in a Tohatsu 40 hp 4 stroke

[shandjw]

I had a starter failure in a 40 HP tohatsu 4 stroke bought new in 2017. The mechanic claims low voltage as the cause, but the batteries are OK Has anybody experienced this problem?

 

[pvanv]

A poor connection can cause low voltage. The starter draws a lot of current (amps). Any starter could fail if the batteries were low and you continued to try cranking. You are in warranty.

 

[ahicks]

And mechanics can misdiagnose starter issues too.....

 

[racerone]

Load test the battery now !!