R And R Fiberglass recalls
R And R Fiberglass boats have 1 recall campaign on record across 3 reported units. Below is every campaign, what it covers, and how to confirm a specific hull was fixed before you buy.
R And R Fiberglass has one USCG safety recall on record, issued in December 1980 for a safe powering defect on the 16 ft runabout model. The campaign affected 3 units. This is a minimal recall footprint compared to most builders, and the single issue dates back over four decades.
All R And R Fiberglass recalls
- ⚠ Recall
800317S12/12/1980SAFE POWERING
What this means before you buy →
What to check before you buy a used R And R Fiberglass
- Obtain the full HIN from any R And R Fiberglass boat you are considering and cross reference it against the 1980 campaign recall number 800317S.
- If the boat is a 16 ft runabout built around 1980, verify with the seller whether the safe powering remedy was completed.
- Request maintenance records or surveyor reports that document horsepower compliance with the capacity plate.
- Have a marine surveyor inspect the transom and capacity plate during prepurchase survey regardless of recall status.
Frequently asked questions
How many recalls has R And R Fiberglass had?
R And R Fiberglass has one USCG recall on record, campaign 800317S issued in December 1980 for a safe powering issue on the 16 ft runabout.
What was the R And R Fiberglass 1980 recall about?
The recall addressed a safe powering defect, meaning the boat may have been rated for an unsafe horsepower limit. Only 3 units of the 16 ft runabout were affected.
Is my used R And R Fiberglass boat affected by a recall?
Only 16 ft runabouts built around 1980 were subject to the single recall. Check your HIN against campaign 800317S or contact a surveyor if you own or are buying that specific model and year.
Should I be concerned about R And R Fiberglass boat safety?
The brand has a minimal recall history with one campaign from 1980 affecting just 3 boats. Standard prepurchase inspection and capacity plate verification are sufficient due diligence for most buyers.