How many recalls does Godfrey have?

Godfrey has 10 federal recalls on record as of April 2026. Common models affected include the Saltwater Series.

How do I check a Godfrey boat's history?

Enter the boat's 12-character HIN on HullScore.com. Godfrey HINs start with MJI. 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 Godfrey boats?

Godfrey has 10 recalls on file. With 54 USCG-reported accidents, the most common contributing factors are operator inattention and improper lookout. Run a HIN check for vessel-specific history.

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Manufacturer Profile · 1934 to 2012

Godfrey

Godfrey has 1,532 vessels in the USCG registry, with HINs on file from 1934 to 2012. Federal records show 10 recalls and 54 USCG-reported accidents involving Godfrey hulls. Popular models include the Saltwater Series, Jet Storm, Center Console.

Known for:recreationalsmodels like the Saltwater Series

Known Recalls

USCG Accidents

Registered Vessels

1,532

Active Years

1934–2012

MIC Code

MJI

Popular Godfrey Models

Saltwater Series(2)Jet Storm(2)Center Console(2)Polar(2)Bay(2)1900cc(2)2007(1)Open Fish(1)Fish Master(1)Magnum 190(1)2300cc(1)Ps 1900(1)

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

Check a Godfrey Boat

Godfrey HINs start with MJI. 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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Godfrey Fleet Safety Overview

Based on 54 USCG-reported incidents involving Godfrey vessels from 2009 through 2023. These figures reflect all reported accidents for this make across the U.S. fleet and do not indicate the history of any individual vessel.

10operator inattention

6improper lookout

5excessive speed

5force of wake/wave

4alcohol

Godfrey Recalls (10)

20SD0021Sep 2020

CONDUCTORS PASSING THROUG

17CG111SSep 2017

"SS 188 OB, SD 187 OB" (2017)

4,047 units affected

110041TOct 2011

SS 188 IO (2011)

VENTILATION

64 units affected

07R2593SDec 2007

SD 2400 (2007)

VENTILATION

27 units affected

06R1490SJun 2006

2700 WA OUTBOARD (2006)

8 units affected

001018SOct 2001

1780 LD (2001)

SAFE LOADING MAX PERS WT

102 units affected

951419SDec 1995

PS1780 (1995)

LEVEL FLOTATION

5 units affected

950171TSep 1995

VARIOUS SEE REMARKS (1995)

FUEL FILL FITTING CRACKS

979 units affected

940207TSep 1994

ALL WITH MERC SPORT 90 (1994)

NON IGN PROTECTED DEVICE

234 units affected

940042SApr 1994

20' AND 23' FUN DECK (1994)

LABEL NO BLOWER WARNING

217 units affected

How to Identify a Godfrey HIN

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

MJIXXXXXXXXX

MIC codeSerialMonthYear

About Godfrey

Godfrey is a boat manufacturer tracked by the U.S. Coast Guard under MIC code MJI. Vessels on file span model years 1934 through 2012. HullScore tracks 1,532 Godfrey vessels in our database, along with 10 manufacturer recalls and 54 USCG-reported boating accidents.

The most commonly registered Godfrey models include the Saltwater Series, Jet Storm, Center Console, Polar, Bay. The fleet is primarily composed of recreationals and open motorboats.

Before purchasing a used Godfrey, 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.