Fisher boats
Fisher builds small aluminum fishing boats, with 1642 registered US hulls and a median length of 17.3 feet. Nearly all Fisher boats run gasoline outboards, with peak production in the late 1990s to mid 2000s. These are simple, affordable fishing boats suited to freshwater anglers and budget conscious buyers looking for basic utility.
Are Fisher boats reliable?
Fisher boats are straightforward aluminum construction with few complex systems to fail. Most ownership costs come from outboard maintenance, trailer upkeep, and age related wear on floors and wiring in boats now 20 to 30 years old. The brand has 6 USCG recalls on record across 1642 hulls, a moderate rate for a builder of this size and era.
Common problems to inspect on a used Fisher
- Transom condition and stress cracks from outboard weight
- Aluminum hull rivets and corrosion at the waterline
- Plywood floor rot and soft spots from water intrusion
- Wiring degradation and electrical connection corrosion
Registry footprint
Sample = US state open-data vessel registries (currently Texas + New York, ~875k vessels). Treat as a representative slice of recreational US inventory.
Recalls (6)
- ⚠ Recall
07R2217S7/12/2007LABEL; CAPACITY; LABEL; CERTIFICATION
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06R1409S6/12/2006LABEL; CAPACITY; HULL ID NUMBER
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103622010-09-30This recall involves the products listed below: Product Product Description 73408 Baby Playzone™ Crawl and CruisePlayground™ 6 months and uplayzone has three play modes for crawling, to pulling up and cruising, to walking in and out B2408 Baby Playzone™ Crawl and Slide Arcade™ 9 months and up Baby arcade converts to baby's first slide. C3068 Ocean Wonders™ Kick and Crawl™ Aquarium Birth and Up A soft gym with two toy bars. The gym converts to a crawl-through play space. H5704 Baby Gymtastics™ Play Wall 6 to 36 months Play wall with activities H8094 Ocean Wonders™ Kick and Crawl™ Aquarium Birth and Up A soft gym that features two toy bars. The gym converts to a crawl-through play space. J0327 1-2-3 Tetherball™ 6 months and Up Big inflatable ball (Approximately 12 inches in diameter) with li
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080482007-10-25The toy is an orange and yellow boat that squirts water. Cartoon character Diego is in the driver's seat. "Fisher Price," product number K3413, and a date code between 137-7HF and 223-7HF are marked on the toys.
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931031993-08-17August 17, 1993 Release # 93-103 PRODUCT: Approximately 100,000 "Fisher-Price Kiddiecraft Racing Rover" cars sold nationwide during 1991 and 1992. The cars are bright yellow with a white and black dog as the driver. The car is propelled forward when the dog's head is pushed down and released. PROBLEM: Some children have removed the top part of the dog's head from the toy, creating a small part that could become a choking hazard. WHAT TO DO: Consumers should cut the plastic ears off of the dog and discard the rest of the toy. Both ears should then be sent to: Fisher-Price, Consumer Affairs, 636 Girard Avenue, East Aurora, NY 14052. Consumers will receive a $10.00 refund. For more information, consumers may call 1-800-233-4004. WASHINGTON, DC -- CPSC, Fisher-Price, Inc., East Aurora, NY is v
- ⚠ Recall
800037S1/1/1980FLOTATION HIN OVER H.P
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USCG MIC entries (4)
Frequently asked questions
Are Fisher boats good quality?
Fisher boats are basic aluminum construction focused on affordability over refinement. They are adequate for light duty freshwater fishing but lack the fit and finish of premium brands.
What size are Fisher boats?
The median Fisher boat is 17.3 feet, with most models in the 14 to 20 foot range. These are small boats designed for lakes, rivers, and protected waters.
Do Fisher boats hold their value?
Fisher boats depreciate quickly as budget aluminum boats with limited demand. Expect resale values well below mid tier brands, though low initial cost can offset depreciation for practical buyers.
Are Fisher boats still in production?
Most registered Fisher boats are from the late 1990s to mid 2000s, suggesting production has slowed or ceased. Buyers should focus on used inventory and parts availability for older hulls.
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