Tidecraft recalls
Tidecraft boats have 1 recall campaign on record across 408 reported units. Below is every campaign, what it covers, and how to confirm a specific hull was fixed before you buy.
Tidecraft has one documented recall in the USCG database, issued in April 1982 for level flotation defects on 14 foot outboard models. The campaign affected 408 units manufactured during that period. For buyers considering a Tidecraft from this era, the flotation remedy status and current foam integrity are critical verification points.
All Tidecraft recalls
- ⚠ Recall
820047S4/7/1982LEVEL FLOTATION
What this means before you buy →
What to check before you buy a used Tidecraft
- Decode the HIN to confirm the model year and verify whether your prospective boat falls within the affected 14 foot outboard production run from the early 1980s
- Request documentation that the level flotation remedy was completed, or commission a survey to physically inspect the foam chambers for water intrusion or deterioration
- Test flotation capacity if feasible, as four decades of use may have degraded even remedied foam regardless of recall compliance
- Expand due diligence to non recall items common to aluminum boats of this vintage, including transom integrity, rivets, and electrical systems
Frequently asked questions
How many recalls has Tidecraft had?
Tidecraft has one recall on record with the U.S. Coast Guard, issued in 1982 for level flotation issues affecting 408 units of the 14 foot outboard model.
What was wrong with the Tidecraft flotation recall?
The 1982 campaign addressed level flotation defects, meaning the foam chambers designed to keep the boat afloat in a swamping scenario did not meet regulatory standards. The specific failure mode was not detailed in the public filing.
Which Tidecraft models were recalled?
Only the 14 foot outboard model was subject to the 1982 flotation recall. Other Tidecraft hull lengths and configurations were not included in this campaign.
Should I avoid buying a 1982 Tidecraft because of the recall?
Not necessarily, but verify the remedy was applied and that the flotation foam has not degraded over 40 plus years of service. A marine survey is the most reliable way to confirm current safety compliance for any boat of this age.