Fiberplex Boat Works recalls
Fiberplex Boat Works boats have 1 recall campaign on record across 315 reported units. Below is every campaign, what it covers, and how to confirm a specific hull was fixed before you buy.
Fiberplex Boat Works has one documented USCG recall campaign affecting 315 units of the 8' TUFFY TENDER model, issued in October 1998 for safe loading and level flotation concerns. While this single campaign is limited in scope and now over 25 years old, buyers of any used Fiberplex boat should verify that flotation systems meet current standards and confirm whether any remedies were completed. The age of the recall means many affected boats may have changed hands multiple times without documented remedy completion.
All Fiberplex Boat Works recalls
- ⚠ Recall
981595S10/30/1998SAFE LOADING; LEVEL FLOTATION
What this means before you buy →
What to check before you buy a used Fiberplex Boat Works
- Decode the HIN to confirm the model year and check whether your specific boat falls within the 315 units affected by the 1998 flotation recall.
- Request documentation from the seller showing that any applicable recall remedies were completed by an authorized dealer or qualified marine technician.
- Inspect the flotation system for compliance with safe loading capacity placards and verify that foam or sealed chambers show no signs of water intrusion or deterioration.
- Hire a marine surveyor to assess structural integrity and flotation before purchase, especially for boats manufactured in 1998 or earlier.
Frequently asked questions
How many Fiberplex Boat Works boats have been recalled?
USCG records show one recall campaign (981595S) affecting 315 units of the 8' TUFFY TENDER model in 1998 for safe loading and level flotation issues.
What was wrong with the Fiberplex TUFFY TENDER flotation system?
The October 1998 recall addressed safe loading and level flotation deficiencies, meaning the boat may not have met federal requirements for staying afloat and upright if swamped.
Should I avoid buying a used Fiberplex boat because of the recall?
Not necessarily. The recall affected only 315 units of one model in 1998, and properly remedied boats are safe. Verify the HIN, request remedy documentation, and get a survey before purchase to confirm flotation integrity.
How do I know if a Fiberplex boat recall was completed?
Check with the seller for remedy paperwork, contact Fiberplex or the selling dealer if still in business, and have a surveyor physically inspect the flotation system for compliance with current Coast Guard standards.