How many recalls does Thunder Jet have?

Thunder Jet has 12 federal recalls on record as of April 2026. Common models affected include the 155.

How do I check a Thunder Jet boat's history?

Enter the boat's 12-character HIN on HullScore.com. Thunder Jet HINs start with AHQ or THV. 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 Thunder Jet boats?

Thunder Jet has 12 recalls on file, including recalls affecting the 7 SEAS BAY SPORT 15. With 18 USCG-reported accidents, the most common contributing factors are machinery failure and operator inexperience. Run a HIN check for vessel-specific history.

Home / Manufacturers / Thunder Jet

Manufacturer Profile · 1941 to 2025

Thunder Jet

Thunder Jet has been building boats with HINs on file from 1941 to 2025. Federal records show 12 recalls and 18 USCG-reported accidents involving Thunder Jet hulls. Popular models include the 155, 187449, Offshore.

Known for:recreationalsmodels like the 155

Known Recalls

USCG Accidents

Registered Vessels

695

Active Years

1941–2025

MIC Codes

AHQ, THV

Popular Thunder Jet Models

155(1)187449(1)Offshore(1)Optimax(1)Luxor(1)Maxim(1)Jet(1)Maxim Classic(1)Alexis(1)Thunderjet(1)Thunder Jet(1)Thunder Jet River Boats(1)

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

Check a Thunder Jet Boat

Thunder Jet HINs start with AHQ, THV. 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.

Check a Thunder Jet HIN →

Thunder Jet Fleet Safety Overview

Based on 18 USCG-reported incidents involving Thunder Jet 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.

4machinery failure

4operator inexperience

3operator inattention

3improper lookout

1hazardous waters

Thunder Jet Recalls (12)

25CG0011May 2025

7 SEAS BAY SPORT 15 (2025)

FLOTATION TEST FOR PERSON

20 units affected

20SD0011Jun 2020

176 180 ECOJET (2019)

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

75 units affected

20SD0010Jun 2020

176 TO 180 ECOJET (2012)

BASIC FLOTATION

123 units affected

180023TDec 2018

"T186RS, SARS18" (2018)

STEERING INTERFERENCE

11 units affected

170002SMar 2017

V 186 ECO

LEVEL FLOTATION

98 units affected

12V250Jun 2012

162/182V ECO (2012)

LEVEL FLOTATION

1 units affected

940239TSep 1994

ALL WITH MERC SPORT 90 (1994)

NON IGN PROTECTED DEVICE

2 units affected

820004SJan 1982

TITAN 15' O/B TCT07461M (1981)

LEVEL FLOTATION

554 units affected

810194SDec 1981

TB 159

SAFE LOADING

119 units affected

800235SSep 1980

TITAN 150

WRONG CAP LABEL

438 units affected

800234SSep 1980

TITAN 150

NO FLOTATION

554 units affected

800124SMay 1980

170V

NO CAP/CERT LABEL

1 units affected

How to Identify a Thunder Jet HIN

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

AHQXXXXXXXXX

MIC codeSerialMonthYear

About Thunder Jet

Thunder Jet is a boat manufacturer tracked by the U.S. Coast Guard under MIC codes AHQ, THV. Vessels on file span model years 1941 through 2025. HullScore tracks 695 Thunder Jet vessels in our database, along with 12 manufacturer recalls and 18 USCG-reported boating accidents.

The most commonly registered Thunder Jet models include the 155, 187449, Offshore, Optimax, Luxor. The fleet is primarily composed of recreationals and open motorboats.

Before purchasing a used Thunder Jet, 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.