USCG MIC: VRH

RHINO HIN Decoder & USCG Recall Lookup

Official US Coast Guard registered boat builder: RHINO INC in MAPLE LAKE, MN.

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Official Coast Guard Registry Details

Manufacturer Code (MIC): VRH
Corporate Registration Name: RHINO INC
Factory Address: 411 WEST CONGRESS STREET
Headquarters Location: MAPLE LAKE, MN

USCG Safety Recall History

Source: US Coast Guard Boating Safety Recall Database

2 Recall Campaign(s)
Campaign ID Model Affected Safety Defect / Problem Date
20CG0034 BEAVERTAIL FINAL ATTACK MAX PERSONS IN POUNDS 2022-12-09
14CG010 BEAVERTAIL STEALTH 2000 Federal safety notice on file. 2020-02-10

How to Read a RHINO Hull Identification Number

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

  • Characters 1–3 (VRH): Identifies RHINO 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 VRH12345D424, the boat was manufactured by RHINO (VRH) 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 RHINO?

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

Where is the HIN located on a RHINO boat?

On all RHINO 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 RHINO Hull Identification Number?

A standard 12-character RHINO HIN begins with VRH, 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 RHINO boats?

The US Coast Guard has logged 2 safety recall campaign(s) for RHINO (MIC: VRH). Review the recall table on this page to inspect affected models, defects, and campaign numbers.