How many recalls does Chris Craft have?

Chris Craft has 5 federal recalls on record as of April 2026. Common models affected include the Launch.

How do I check a Chris Craft boat's history?

Enter the boat's 12-character HIN on HullScore.com. Chris Craft HINs start with CCB. A free preview shows basic decode info. A Title Report ($19) checks federal and commercial databases for stolen records, liens, salvage history, and more.

What are common issues with Chris Craft boats?

Chris Craft has 5 recalls on file, including recalls affecting the SPORTSTER 28. With 140 USCG-reported accidents, the most common contributing factors are machinery failure and operator inattention. Run a HIN check for vessel-specific history.

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Manufacturer Profile · 1930 to 2025

Chris Craft

Chris Craft has 3,130 vessels in the USCG registry, with HINs on file from 1930 to 2025. Federal records show 5 recalls and 140 USCG-reported accidents involving Chris Craft hulls. Popular models include the Launch, Sea Hawk, 210br.

Known for:recreationalsmodels like the Launch

Known Recalls

USCG Accidents

140

Registered Vessels

3,130

Active Years

1930–2025

MIC Code

CCB

Popular Chris Craft Models

Launch(4)Sea Hawk(3)210br(3)Bay Boat(2)Concept(2)21 Ultra(2)Chris Craft(2)Cabin Cruiser(2)Launch 22(2)25(1)27(1)98(1)

Vessel counts from USCG registry data. Enter a HIN to check history on a specific model.

Check a Chris Craft Boat

Chris Craft HINs start with CCB. Enter any 12-character HIN for a free decode, or upgrade to a Title Report ($19) to check federal and commercial databases for stolen records, liens, salvage history, and more.

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Chris Craft Fleet Safety Overview

Based on 140 USCG-reported incidents involving Chris Craft vessels from 2009 through 2023. These figures reflect all reported accidents for this make across the U.S. fleet and do not indicate the history of any individual vessel.

18machinery failure

15operator inattention

14alcohol

13improper lookout

8operator inexperience

Chris Craft Recalls (5)

25MF0370Jul 2025

SPORTSTER 28 (2025)

28 units affected

060067TSep 2006

VARIOUS

FUEL FILL FITTING CRACKS

189 units affected

980056SApr 1998

25/26 CROWNE & 260 EXPRESS CRUIS

VENTILATION

297 units affected

950109TSep 1995

18GZ (1996)

FUEL FILL FITTING CRACKS

221 units affected

810074SMay 1981

17 FT INBOARD 17 OSS I/

FLOTATION

63 units affected

How to Identify a Chris Craft HIN

Every Chris Craft boat manufactured or imported into the U.S. after 1972 has a 12-character Hull Identification Number (HIN) stamped on the transom. Chris Craft HINs begin with the manufacturer code CCB.

CCBXXXXXXXXX

MIC codeSerialMonthYear

About Chris Craft

Chris Craft is a boat manufacturer tracked by the U.S. Coast Guard under MIC code CCB. Vessels on file span model years 1930 through 2025. HullScore tracks 3,130 Chris Craft vessels in our database, along with 5 manufacturer recalls and 140 USCG-reported boating accidents.

The most commonly registered Chris Craft models include the Launch, Sea Hawk, 210br, Bay Boat, Concept. The fleet is primarily composed of recreationals and open motorboats.

Before purchasing a used Chris Craft, we recommend running a boat history report. A HullScore Boat History Report ($19) checks federal and commercial databases for stolen vessel records, maritime liens, salvage history, accidents, casualties, recalls, and USCG documentation status.