USCG MIC: BFA

B&B BOATS HIN Decoder & USCG Recall Lookup

Official US Coast Guard registered boat builder: B&B BOATS in ORLANDO, FL.

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Official Coast Guard Registry Details

Manufacturer Code (MIC): BFA
Corporate Registration Name: B&B BOATS
Factory Address: 3568 OLD WINTER GARDEN RD
Headquarters Location: ORLANDO, FL

USCG Safety Recall History

Source: US Coast Guard Boating Safety Recall Database

1 Recall Campaign(s)
Campaign ID Model Affected Safety Defect / Problem Date
16CG064S MOSQUITO BAY SKIFF /BUZZLITE XTR Federal safety notice on file. 2020-12-08

How to Read a B&B BOATS Hull Identification Number

If you own or are looking to purchase a B&B BOATS boat, the 12-character HIN stamped on the transom contains key manufacturing details. Every genuine hull built by B&B BOATS begins with the letters BFA. Here is how each section breaks down:

  • Characters 1–3 (BFA): Identifies B&B BOATS as the certified manufacturer registered with the US Coast Guard.
  • Characters 4–8: Unique internal production serial number for that specific boat hull.
  • Character 9: Production month code, where A represents January, B represents February, through L representing December.
  • Character 10: The last digit of the year the boat was manufactured at the facility.
  • Characters 11–12: The official certified model year of the vessel.

For instance, in the sample HIN BFA12345D424, the boat was manufactured by B&B BOATS (BFA) in April for the 2024 model year. Always check that the model year decoded matches the boat title and registration card before completing a purchase.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Manufacturer Identification Code (MIC) for B&B BOATS?

The official US Coast Guard Manufacturer Identification Code (MIC) for B&B BOATS is BFA. All hulls manufactured by this facility start with BFA in characters 1 through 3 of the Hull Identification Number.

Where is the HIN located on a B&B BOATS boat?

On all B&B BOATS boats, the primary 12-character HIN is permanently stamped or molded onto the upper starboard (right-hand) corner of the transom. A secondary hidden HIN is also glassed into an unexposed interior stringer or behind the console to combat boat theft.

How do I decode a B&B BOATS Hull Identification Number?

A standard 12-character B&B BOATS HIN begins with BFA, followed by a 5-character hull serial number, a 1-character production month letter (A for January through L for December), a 1-digit build year, and a 2-digit model year.

Are there any open US Coast Guard safety recalls on B&B BOATS boats?

The US Coast Guard has logged 1 safety recall campaign(s) for B&B BOATS (MIC: BFA). Review the recall table on this page to inspect affected models, defects, and campaign numbers.