How many recalls does Hunt have?

Hunt has 13 federal recalls on record as of April 2026. Common models affected include the Surfhunter 25.

How do I check a Hunt boat's history?

Enter the boat's 12-character HIN on HullScore.com. Hunt HINs start with KGY or VBG. 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 Hunt boats?

Hunt has 13 recalls on file, including recalls affecting the ULTRA, BX, GAMEFISH,. With 5 USCG-reported accidents, the most common contributing factors are operator inexperience and force of wake/wave. Run a HIN check for vessel-specific history.

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Manufacturer Profile · 1998 to 2024

Hunt

Hunt has been building boats with HINs on file from 1998 to 2024. Federal records show 13 recalls and 5 USCG-reported accidents involving Hunt hulls. Popular models include the Surfhunter 25, Surf Hunter 33.

Known for:recreationals

Known Recalls

USCG Accidents

Registered Vessels

487

Active Years

1998–2024

MIC Codes

KGY, VBG

Popular Hunt Models

Surfhunter 25(1)Surf Hunter 33(1)

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

Check a Hunt Boat

Hunt HINs start with KGY, VBG. 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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Hunt Recalls (13)

21MF0577Nov 2021

ULTRA, BX, GAMEFISH, (2022)

356 units affected

060077TSep 2006

240 CC (2007)

FUEL FILL FITTING CRACKS

12 units affected

060053TAug 2006

THRU HULL BALL VALVE

1,650 units affected

06R1212SFeb 2006

HARRIER 25 GASOLINE INBOARD (2006)

VENTILATION

33 units affected

06R1204SFeb 2006

LIBERTY (2006)

HULL ID NUMBER

361 units affected

010135TAug 2001

P420 (1999)

CHAIN PLATE FAILURE

29 units affected

000109TJun 2000

ALURA 35

FUEL TANK - CORROSION

60 units affected

000083TMay 2000

H410; P420; P450; H460 (2000)

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGN

146 units affected

980127TJul 1998

170 DAYSAILER

RUDDER HEAD ASSEMBLY

183 units affected

960033TMar 1996

H-280 (1996)

ELECTRICAL - SHOCK HAZARD

85 units affected

930114TJun 1993

PASSAGE 42 SAILBOAT

STEMBALL EYE FITTING

127 units affected

800196SJul 1980

16FT O/B PRO

PERSON CAPACITY

7 units affected

800040SJan 1980

74 units affected

How to Identify a Hunt HIN

Every Hunt boat manufactured or imported into the U.S. after 1972 has a 12-character Hull Identification Number (HIN) stamped on the transom. Hunt HINs begin with the manufacturer codes KGY, VBG.

KGYXXXXXXXXX

MIC codeSerialMonthYear

About Hunt

Hunt is a boat manufacturer tracked by the U.S. Coast Guard under MIC codes KGY, VBG. Vessels on file span model years 1998 through 2024. HullScore tracks 487 Hunt vessels in our database, along with 13 manufacturer recalls and 5 USCG-reported boating accidents.

The most commonly registered Hunt models include the Surfhunter 25, Surf Hunter 33. The fleet is primarily composed of recreationals and cabin motorboats.

Before purchasing a used Hunt, 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.