How many recalls does Boston Boatworks have?

Boston Boatworks has 14 federal recalls on record as of April 2026. Common models affected include the 36 Downeast.

How do I check a Boston Boatworks boat's history?

Enter the boat's 12-character HIN on HullScore.com. Boston Boatworks HINs start with EOU. A free preview shows basic decode info. A Title Report ($19) checks federal and commercial databases for stolen records, liens, salvage history, and more.

What are common issues with Boston Boatworks boats?

Boston Boatworks has 14 recalls on file, including recalls affecting the 190OR. With 7 USCG-reported accidents, the most common contributing factors are operator inattention and weather. Run a HIN check for vessel-specific history.

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Manufacturer Profile · 1998 to 2025

Boston Boatworks

Boston Boatworks has been building boats with HINs on file from 1998 to 2025. Federal records show 14 recalls and 7 USCG-reported accidents involving Boston Boatworks hulls. Popular models include the 36 Downeast, 29z, 40z.

Known for:recreationalsmodels like the 36 Downeast

Known Recalls

USCG Accidents

Registered Vessels

328

Active Years

1998–2025

MIC Code

EOU

Popular Boston Boatworks Models

36 Downeast(1)29z(1)40z(1)342 Mjm(1)43zi(1)

Vessel counts from USCG registry data. Enter a HIN to check history on a specific model.

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Boston Boatworks HINs start with EOU. Enter any 12-character HIN for a free decode, or upgrade to a Title Report ($19) to check federal and commercial databases for stolen records, liens, salvage history, and more.

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Boston Boatworks Recalls (14)

19X047ASJan 2019

190OR (2019)

SAFE LOADING MAX WT

20 units affected

180018TJan 2018

"35Z, 40Z"

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

89 units affected

170004TJan 2017

420 OR

VENTILATION

39 units affected

160006SJan 2016

345CQT 345PH

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

82 units affected

160011SJan 2016

315 CQ/ 315PH

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

161 units affected

150013TJan 2015

285/315 CONQUEST 250/280 OUTRAGE

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

288 units affected

090050SOct 2009

180 DAUNTLESS

SAFE LOADING MAX WT

36 units affected

010090SMay 2001

170 MT 280 CQ 280 OR 340 IB

OVERCURRENT PROTECTION

773 units affected

990185TNov 1999

CONQUEST; OUTRAGE (1999)

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - GROUN

118 units affected

980053TApr 1998

FUEL TANK

318 units affected

971507SMay 1997

15' DAUNTLESS (1997)

SAFE LOAD: PERS WT

2,651 units affected

950129TSep 1995

"18' RAGE, 17' DAUNTLESS"

FUEL FILL FITTING CRACKS

465 units affected

940253TJul 1993

VARIOUS (1993)

STEERING BINDING CLUTCH

584 units affected

810035TApr 1981

AIRPAX T-11 INSTALLED

60 units affected

How to Identify a Boston Boatworks HIN

Every Boston Boatworks boat manufactured or imported into the U.S. after 1972 has a 12-character Hull Identification Number (HIN) stamped on the transom. Boston Boatworks HINs begin with the manufacturer code EOU.

EOUXXXXXXXXX

MIC codeSerialMonthYear

About Boston Boatworks

Boston Boatworks is a boat manufacturer tracked by the U.S. Coast Guard under MIC code EOU. Vessels on file span model years 1998 through 2025. HullScore tracks 328 Boston Boatworks vessels in our database, along with 14 manufacturer recalls and 7 USCG-reported boating accidents.

The most commonly registered Boston Boatworks models include the 36 Downeast, 29z, 40z, 342 Mjm, 43zi. The fleet is primarily composed of recreationals and passenger (inspected)s.

Before purchasing a used Boston Boatworks, we recommend running a boat history report. A HullScore Boat History Report ($19) checks federal and commercial databases for stolen vessel records, maritime liens, salvage history, accidents, casualties, recalls, and USCG documentation status.