USCG MIC: GLA

Glastron Boats HIN Decoder & USCG Recall Lookup

Official US Coast Guard registered boat builder: GLASTRON BOATS(OOB) in LITTLE FALLS, MN.

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Official Coast Guard Registry Details

Manufacturer Code (MIC): GLA
Corporate Registration Name: GLASTRON BOATS(OOB)
Factory Address: PO BOX 460
Headquarters Location: LITTLE FALLS, MN

USCG Safety Recall History

Source: US Coast Guard Boating Safety Recall Database

9 Recall Campaign(s)
Campaign ID Model Affected Safety Defect / Problem Date
010180T GX 225 SEAT BASE NOT SECURE 2004-06-01
960111S SE-170 LEVEL FLOTATION 1998-06-10
950192T GS160/180/185/187/205/207 FUEL FILL FITTING CRACKS 1998-05-04
800072S O/B 192 CERTIFICATION LABEL 1980-10-06
820064T C-500 SEAT CAME LOOSE 1983-10-25
030063T GX 225 SEAT BASE 2005-03-17
010093S """175 SX 185 SX 195 SX
050027T DS 215 FUEL SYSTEM 2007-01-30
980055T GS 249 CRUISERS W/NOVATRON PANEL ELECTRICAL AC GROUND 1998-10-30

How to Read a Glastron Boats Hull Identification Number

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

  • Characters 1–3 (GLA): Identifies Glastron 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 GLA12345D424, the boat was manufactured by Glastron Boats (GLA) 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 Glastron Boats?

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

Where is the HIN located on a Glastron Boats boat?

On all Glastron 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 Glastron Boats Hull Identification Number?

A standard 12-character Glastron Boats HIN begins with GLA, 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 Glastron Boats boats?

The US Coast Guard has logged 9 safety recall campaign(s) for Glastron Boats (MIC: GLA). Review the recall table on this page to inspect affected models, defects, and campaign numbers.