Fruge Marine recalls
Fruge Marine boats have 1 recall campaign on record across 23 reported units. Below is every campaign, what it covers, and how to confirm a specific hull was fixed before you buy.
Fruge Marine Enterprises Inc has one recorded USCG safety recall affecting 23 units of the TC16EFS model, issued in April 1996 for flotation level and safe load capacity compliance. The limited recall footprint suggests a builder with minimal regulatory intervention, though any flotation defect carries serious safety implications. Buyers of older Fruge Marine boats should verify whether their hull was part of the affected production run and confirm remedy completion.
All Fruge Marine recalls
- ⚠ Recall
951417s4/8/1996LEVEL FLOTATION; SAFE LOAD: MAX WT
What this means before you buy →
What to check before you buy a used Fruge Marine
- Cross reference your hull identification number (HIN) against the TC16EFS model year and serial range from the 1996 recall campaign
- Contact the current owner or dealer to verify whether the flotation and safe load remedy was documented and completed
- Request a marine survey that specifically inspects flotation foam condition and capacity plate accuracy on any pre 1997 Fruge Marine hull
- Obtain written confirmation of recall compliance before closing, as unresolved flotation defects create liability and insurability risk
Frequently asked questions
How many Fruge Marine Enterprises Inc boat recalls are there?
USCG records show one safety recall campaign (951417s) issued in April 1996, affecting 23 units of the TC16EFS model for flotation level and safe load capacity issues.
Which Fruge Marine boat models were recalled?
Only the TC16EFS model appears in USCG recall records, with 23 units affected by the 1996 flotation and safe load campaign.
What was wrong with the recalled Fruge Marine boats?
The 1996 recall addressed level flotation and maximum weight (safe load) capacity compliance, both critical to boat stability and sinking prevention in the event of swamping.
Should I avoid buying a used Fruge Marine boat because of the recall?
A single 30 year old recall affecting 23 boats is not disqualifying, but you must verify your specific hull was either unaffected or had the flotation remedy properly completed and documented.