Magic Tilt recall: 2025–2026 Aluminum Watercraft Trailer – equipment
Magic Tilt Trailers, Inc. is recalling 2025–2026 Magic Tilt Aluminum Watercraft Trailer because of an injury risk – 3,949 vehicles (potentially affected). The recall report reached NHTSA on August 28, 2026. Distributed nationwide.
Lower risk A safety recall: the manufacturer or NHTSA found a vehicle defect that poses a risk to safety, or a failure to meet a federal safety standard. The remedy is free.
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| Product | 2025–2026 Magic Tilt Aluminum Watercraft Trailer |
| Brand | Magic Tilt |
| Company | Magic Tilt Trailers, Inc. |
| Type | Vehicles |
| Classification | Vehicle |
| Report received | August 28, 2026 |
| Published by NHTSA | August 28, 2026 |
| Quantity | 3,949 vehicles (potentially affected) |
| Recall ID | 26V553000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Magic Tilt | Aluminum Watercraft Trailer | 2025–2026 |
Identifiers and details
- NHTSA campaign number
- 26V553000
- Component
- EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:WINCH
- Built
- 2025-01-01 to 2025-12-31
- Recalled part
- Winch post · PWCV 20" ALUM. W/POST 30 DEG. ANGLE · PO2096
- Owners notified
- 2026-10-09
- Initiated by
- NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation
Why it was recalled
The problem: an injury risk.
NHTSA's defect summary: “Magic Tilt Trailers, Inc. (Magic Tilt) is recalling certain 2025-2026 aluminum personal watercraft boat trailers. The weld between the winch and base plate may fail, causing the winch to separate from the mount.”
The consequence, according to NHTSA: “A detached winch may increase the risk of injury to people near the trailer.”
What to do
NHTSA: “Dealers will replace the winch posts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 9, 2026. Owners may contact Magic Tilt customer service at 1-727-535-5561.”
Enter your 17-character vehicle identification number (VIN) at nhtsa.gov/recalls or on the manufacturer's site to see whether your vehicle is included. Safety recall repairs are free at an authorized dealer, even if the vehicle is used or out of warranty.
Official notice: NHTSA recall 26V553000.
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About this recall
Is Magic Tilt 2025–2026 Magic Tilt Aluminum Watercraft Trailer recalled?
Yes. Magic Tilt Trailers, Inc. reported the recall to NHTSA on August 28, 2026; NHTSA published it August 28, 2026 (Vehicle). Only the vehicles listed on this page are included.
Why was it recalled?
Because of an injury risk. Magic Tilt Trailers, Inc. (Magic Tilt) is recalling certain 2025-2026 aluminum personal watercraft boat trailers. The weld between the winch and base plate may fail, causing the winch to separate from the mount.
What should I do if I have it?
NHTSA says: Dealers will replace the winch posts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 9, 2026. Owners may contact Magic Tilt customer service at 1-727-535-5561.
Where was it sold?
Nationwide.
More recalls
Source: recall records published by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (openFDA Enforcement Reports), the USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service, the Consumer Product Safety Commission and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, collected twice a day. Product names, lot codes, dates and model numbers are shown exactly as the agency lists them; the agency's notice is the authority. 77.today is not affiliated with any of these agencies.