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Magic Tilt Aluminum Watercraft Trailer Recall 26V553: Trailer winch can detach, posing injury risk to nearby people

NHTSA campaign 26V553, reported August 28, 2026, 3,949 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

The weld joining the winch to its base plate on certain aluminum watercraft trailers may fail. If that happens, the winch can separate from its mount, which increases the risk of injury to anyone standing near the trailer.

If you own an affected trailer, have an authorized dealer replace the winch posts. The repair is free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 9, 2026, and you can also contact Magic Tilt customer service at 1-727-535-5561 for help. Check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for any open recalls to confirm whether your trailer is affected.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 26V553Magic Tilt Trailers, Inc.
Component
EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:WINCH
Problem
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.
Risk
A detached winch may increase the risk of injury to people near the trailer.
Remedy
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.

Affected vehicles

Magic Tilt Aluminum Watercraft Trailer20252026