Blue Water Boats recalls
Blue Water Boats boats have 2 recall campaigns on record across 571 reported units. Below is every campaign, what it covers, and how to confirm a specific hull was fixed before you buy.
Blue Water Boats Inc has two USCG safety recalls on record, both addressing fuel system defects in models manufactured during the mid 1990s. The campaigns affected 571 units total: a 1994 aluminum fuel tank installation issue (70 boats) and a 1995 fuel fill fitting cracking defect (501 boats). Both recalls involved fire risk from fuel leaks, making remedy verification essential for any used Blue Water Boats Inc from this era.
All Blue Water Boats recalls
- ⚠ Recall
940015T2/24/1994FUEL TANK INSTALL -ALUM
What this means before you buy → - ⚠ Recall
950100T12/30/1995FUEL FILL FITTING CRACKS; FUEL FILL FITTING CRACKS
What this means before you buy →
What to check before you buy a used Blue Water Boats
- Cross reference your boat's HIN with the USCG recall database to confirm whether your specific unit was included in campaign 940015T or 950100T.
- Request documentation from the seller proving the fuel tank or fuel fill fitting remedy was completed by an authorized dealer.
- Have a marine surveyor inspect the entire fuel system for any signs of leaks, corrosion, or improper installation during pre purchase evaluation.
- If remedy status cannot be confirmed, budget for a precautionary fuel system inspection and potential component replacement before taking delivery.
Frequently asked questions
What models were affected by Blue Water Boats Inc recalls?
The 1994 fuel tank recall (940015T) listed "VARIOUS" models, while the 1995 fuel fill fitting recall (950100T) directs buyers to "SEE REMARKS" in the official USCG database. Contact USCG or a dealer with your HIN for model specific confirmation.
Were Blue Water Boats Inc recalls fixed before boats were sold?
Not necessarily. Recalls are issued to current owners, but remedy completion depends on whether the owner at the time responded. Always verify remedy status with documentation before purchase.
How serious were the Blue Water Boats Inc fuel system recalls?
Both recalls addressed fuel leak fire risks. The 1995 campaign affected 501 units due to cracking fuel fill fittings, making it the larger safety concern by volume.
Should I avoid all Blue Water Boats Inc boats from the 1990s?
Not automatically, but any Blue Water Boats Inc from 1994 to 1995 requires proof of recall remedy completion and a thorough fuel system inspection before purchase. Unverified remedy status is a negotiating point or walk away signal.