USCG MIC: KAW

KAWASAKI MOTORS MFG HIN Decoder & USCG Recall Lookup

Official US Coast Guard registered boat builder: KAWASAKI MOTORS MFG in SANTA ANA, CA.

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Official Coast Guard Registry Details

Manufacturer Code (MIC): KAW
Corporate Registration Name: KAWASAKI MOTORS MFG
Factory Address: PO BOX 25252
Headquarters Location: SANTA ANA, CA

USCG Safety Recall History

Source: US Coast Guard Boating Safety Recall Database

21 Recall Campaign(s)
Campaign ID Model Affected Safety Defect / Problem Date
100024T JT1500A9F & JT1500D9F ENGINE; GASOLINE 2021-11-02
080047T VARIOUS ENGINE; GASOLINE 2019-05-07
090044T JT1500 JET SKI STX-15 CRACKING FUEL TANK 2013-06-05
090010T JT1500A JT1500D JS800A ENGINE; GASOLINE 2013-06-05
090045T JT900E AND JT1200C BALL PLUG OF FUEL TAP 2013-06-05
060043T """JH1100 JT1100 JT1200
050046T """JT900 JT1200 JT1500"""
050045T """JT900 JT1200 JT1500"""
030142T JT-1200 B1 COOLING SYSTEM 2003-09-09
980151T JS-750 C1 STEERING 2000-02-02
910766T JET SKI JF650-A6 (X-2) STEERING SHAFT BREAKAGE 1998-03-16
950294T JH900-A1 AND JH750-C1 GAS MAY LEAK FROM FUEL 1997-02-24
000225T JH 1200-A1 AND JH 1200-A2 ENGINE; GASOLINE 2000-10-30
070038T ULTRA 250X & ULTRA LX ENGINE; GASOLINE 2007-08-14
960068T JH1100-A1: 11ZXI HULL DESIGN - INSTABILITY 1998-01-26
010023T JT-1100 C-1 (2000) & F-1 (2001) ENGINE; GASOLINE 2001-02-28
960093T JH 1100-A1 (ZXI) STEERING SYSTEM 1998-01-26
990186T VARIOUS SEE COMMENTS FUEL SYSTEM 2000-08-17
070053T JT1500 THROTTLE LEVER 2008-01-17
990167T ULTRA 150 STEERING 2000-03-14
170006S """JT1200 JT1500""" FUEL SYSTEM

How to Read a KAWASAKI MOTORS MFG Hull Identification Number

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

  • Characters 1–3 (KAW): Identifies KAWASAKI MOTORS MFG 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 KAW12345D424, the boat was manufactured by KAWASAKI MOTORS MFG (KAW) 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 KAWASAKI MOTORS MFG?

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

Where is the HIN located on a KAWASAKI MOTORS MFG boat?

On all KAWASAKI MOTORS MFG 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 KAWASAKI MOTORS MFG Hull Identification Number?

A standard 12-character KAWASAKI MOTORS MFG HIN begins with KAW, 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 KAWASAKI MOTORS MFG boats?

The US Coast Guard has logged 21 safety recall campaign(s) for KAWASAKI MOTORS MFG (MIC: KAW). Review the recall table on this page to inspect affected models, defects, and campaign numbers.