Migliaccio & Rathod LLP is investigating reports that AquaTraction marine flooring may experience recurring adhesive failures causing professionally installed EVA foam panels to repeatedly lift, peel, and separate despite warranty repairs and dealer reinstallation.
Consumers report that entire sections of flooring continue lifting even after replacement by authorized installers. Because AquaTraction products are custom manufactured for individual boats, owners frequently report that repairing one failed section requires replacing much larger portions of the flooring system.
What Consumers Report
Consumers report:
- Adhesive repeatedly failing after warranty replacement.
- Professionally installed panels lifting from fiberglass decks.
- Corners and seams separating.
- Entire deck sections requiring replacement.
- Warranty repairs failing to permanently solve the problem.
- Significant labor costs associated with repeated repairs.
- Boats remaining out of service while replacement panels are manufactured.
- Expensive custom flooring requiring multiple installations.
Why Consumers Should Be Concerned
Consumers purchasing custom-cut marine flooring reasonably expect professionally installed products to remain securely attached for many years. Because AquaTraction flooring is manufactured specifically for each vessel, replacement often requires new fabrication rather than simple off-the-shelf repairs.
Some owners allege that adhesive failures continue despite repeated warranty replacements, suggesting the underlying issue may involve the adhesive system or product design rather than isolated installation errors. If recurring failures occur despite professional installation, consumers may incur substantial labor and replacement costs without permanently resolving the problem.
This investigation seeks to determine whether AquaTraction adequately disclosed the long-term durability of its adhesive system and whether recurring failures affect a broader group of consumers.
Potential Claims May Include
- Product Defect
- Consumer Protection
- False Advertising
- Breach of Express Warranty
- Breach of Implied Warranty
- Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act
- Unjust Enrichment
Signs You May Be Affected
You may be affected if:
- You purchased AquaTraction marine flooring.
- Adhesive failure occurred after professional installation.
- Warranty replacements experienced similar failures.
- Panels repeatedly lifted or separated.
- You incurred multiple repair expenses.
- Large sections of flooring required replacement.
If you have encountered these issues, we would like to hear from you. Please complete the contact form on this page, send us an email at [email protected], or give us a call at (202) 470-3520.