Celebrity Boats recalls
Celebrity Boats boats have 2 recall campaigns on record across 280 reported units. Below is every campaign, what it covers, and how to confirm a specific hull was fixed before you buy.
Celebrity Boats Inc has 2 USCG safety recalls on record, affecting 280 boats across two model lines between 1994 and 1998. The campaigns addressed level flotation stability in the 1900 CC Fish Hawk and a detachable blower hose in the Speedster Jet Boat. Both issues can compromise safety if left unaddressed, and buyers should verify remedy completion before purchase.
All Celebrity Boats recalls
- ⚠ Recall
930262S4/4/1994LEVEL FLOTATION STABILITY
What this means before you buy → - ⚠ Recall
980059S4/23/1998VENTILATION - BLOWER HOSE; MAY BECOME DETACHED
What this means before you buy →
What to check before you buy a used Celebrity Boats
- Request the hull identification number (HIN) from the seller and cross reference it against USCG recall databases to confirm whether the specific boat was included in either campaign.
- If the boat was subject to a recall, ask the seller for documentation proving the remedy was completed by an authorized service center.
- Have a qualified marine surveyor inspect flotation systems on any 1900 CC Fish Hawk and ventilation components on any Speedster Jet Boat, regardless of stated recall status.
- Budget for potential remediation costs if recall work cannot be verified, as these are safety critical systems that affect both performance and insurance eligibility.
Frequently asked questions
Which Celebrity Boats Inc models have been recalled?
The 1900 CC Fish Hawk (recalled in 1994 for flotation stability, 43 units) and the Speedster Jet Boat (recalled in 1998 for blower hose detachment risk, 237 units) are the two models with USCG safety campaigns on record.
How do I know if a used Celebrity boat I'm considering was part of a recall?
Obtain the 12 character HIN from the transom and check it against USCG recall records at uscgboating.org or contact the Coast Guard Boating Safety Recall Information line. The seller should also be able to provide remedy documentation if the boat was affected.
What was wrong with the Celebrity Speedster Jet Boat blower hose?
The ventilation blower hose could become detached, creating a risk of fuel vapor accumulation in the engine compartment. This recall affected 237 Speedster Jet Boats manufactured before the April 1998 campaign.
Should I avoid buying a Celebrity boat because of these recalls?
Not necessarily. Both recalls are from the 1990s and affected specific production runs. If the remedy was completed and documented, the boat may be perfectly safe. Verify recall status and have a pre purchase survey performed by a qualified marine surveyor.