Campion Marine recalls
Campion Marine boats have 2 recall campaigns on record across 241 reported units. Below is every campaign, what it covers, and how to confirm a specific hull was fixed before you buy.
Campion Marine Inc has two USCG safety recalls on record, affecting 241 boats across the Explorer 492 CC and A18 OB BR models. The 2018 campaign addressed level flotation and safe loading capacity on 82 units, while a later recall covered horsepower rating compliance on 159 A18 models. Used buyers should verify whether any outstanding remedy work applies to their target boat.
All Campion Marine recalls
- ⚠ Recall
18CG129S12/4/2018LEVEL FLOTATION; SAFE LOADING PERSONS
What this means before you buy → - ⚠ Recall
22CG0002Horsepower
What this means before you buy →
What to check before you buy a used Campion Marine
- Cross reference your target boat's HIN against USCG recall 18CG129S (Explorer 492 CC built around 2018) and 22CG0002 (A18 OB BR models) to confirm whether it falls within the affected serial ranges.
- Request documentation from the seller showing completion of any applicable recall remedy, including updated capacity plates or horsepower rating corrections.
- Contact Campion or an authorized dealer with the HIN to verify recall status and whether the remedy was performed under the original campaign.
- Factor any unresolved recall into your survey checklist or negotiate a price reduction to cover the cost of bringing the boat into compliance before purchase.
Frequently asked questions
How many Campion boats have been recalled?
Two USCG campaigns have recalled 241 Campion boats total: 82 Explorer 492 CC models for flotation and loading capacity issues, and 159 A18 OB BR models for horsepower rating compliance.
Which Campion models are affected by recalls?
The Explorer 492 CC (recall 18CG129S from December 2018) and the A18 OB BR (recall 22CG0002) are the only models with USCG safety campaigns on record.
What was wrong with the recalled Campion boats?
The Explorer 492 CC recall addressed level flotation and safe loading capacity certification, while the A18 OB BR recall corrected horsepower rating compliance to meet Coast Guard standards.
How do I know if a used Campion I'm buying was fixed under the recall?
Provide the hull identification number to Campion or a dealer to confirm recall applicability and remedy status, then request written proof that any required corrective work was completed by an authorized facility.