Viper Boats recalls
Viper Boats boats have 1 recall campaign on record across 9 reported units. Below is every campaign, what it covers, and how to confirm a specific hull was fixed before you buy.
Viper Boats Inc has one recall on record with the U.S. Coast Guard. In October 1995, the manufacturer recalled 9 units of the 1700 Viper model due to failed level flotation, a safety defect that compromises the boat's ability to stay afloat if swamped. Buyers considering a used 1700 Viper from this era should verify that the flotation remedy was completed.
All Viper Boats recalls
- ⚠ Recall
941316S10/16/1995LEVEL FLOTATION: FAILED
What this means before you buy →
What to check before you buy a used Viper Boats
- Cross reference the HIN against the 1995 flotation recall campaign (941316S) to confirm whether your specific hull was affected.
- Request documentation from the seller proving the flotation remedy was performed by an authorized service center.
- Have a marine surveyor inspect the flotation foam for proper installation and integrity, especially on 1700 Viper hulls built in 1995 or earlier.
- Walk away if the seller cannot prove remedy completion or if the surveyor finds compromised flotation chambers.
Frequently asked questions
How many boat recalls has Viper Boats Inc had?
Viper Boats Inc has one recall on record with the U.S. Coast Guard, issued in October 1995 for failed level flotation on the 1700 Viper model.
What Viper boat models were recalled?
Only the 1700 Viper model was subject to the 1995 flotation recall. Nine units were affected.
What was wrong with the recalled Viper boats?
The level flotation failed, meaning the foam chambers designed to keep the boat afloat in a swamping scenario did not meet Coast Guard standards. This is a critical safety defect.
How do I know if a used Viper boat I am buying was recalled and fixed?
Check the hull identification number (HIN) against Coast Guard recall campaign 941316S and ask the seller for proof of remedy completion. A pre purchase survey should include flotation inspection on any 1700 Viper from the mid 1990s.