USCG MIC: GDY

Godfrey Marine (Hurricane) HIN Decoder & USCG Recall Lookup

Official US Coast Guard registered boat builder: GODFREY MARINE COMPANY in ELKHART, IN.

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Official Coast Guard Registry Details

Manufacturer Code (MIC): GDY
Corporate Registration Name: GODFREY MARINE COMPANY
Factory Address: 4310 MIDDLEBURY STREET
Headquarters Location: ELKHART, IN

USCG Safety Recall History

Source: US Coast Guard Boating Safety Recall Database

8 Recall Campaign(s)
Campaign ID Model Affected Safety Defect / Problem Date
190050S """196 198 FUNDECK""" LEVEL FLOTATION
110041T SS 188 IO VENTILATION 2013-01-11
950171T VARIOUS SEE REMARKS FUEL FILL FITTING CRACKS 1997-12-09
940207T ALL WITH MERC SPORT 90 NON IGN PROTECTED DEVICE 1970-01-01
07R2593S SD 2400 VENTILATION 2009-08-20
17CG111S """SS 188 OB SD 187 OB""" Recorded
940042S 20' AND 23' FUN DECK LABEL NO BLOWER WARNING 1994-12-15
20SD0021 Hull-wide / Various CONDUCTORS PASSING THROUG 2022-01-26

How to Read a Godfrey Marine (Hurricane) Hull Identification Number

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

  • Characters 1–3 (GDY): Identifies Godfrey Marine (Hurricane) 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 GDY12345D424, the boat was manufactured by Godfrey Marine (Hurricane) (GDY) 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 Godfrey Marine (Hurricane)?

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

Where is the HIN located on a Godfrey Marine (Hurricane) boat?

On all Godfrey Marine (Hurricane) 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 Godfrey Marine (Hurricane) Hull Identification Number?

A standard 12-character Godfrey Marine (Hurricane) HIN begins with GDY, 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 Godfrey Marine (Hurricane) boats?

The US Coast Guard has logged 8 safety recall campaign(s) for Godfrey Marine (Hurricane) (MIC: GDY). Review the recall table on this page to inspect affected models, defects, and campaign numbers.