Recall 25V465 covers 2021-2026 Malibu Boats Triple Axle Boat Trailer units for brake-line fractures. Repair will be free at Malibu Boats dealers once available.
Malibu Boats is recalling 2,001 2021-2026 Triple Axle Boat Trailer units because the brake line can fracture at the caliper connection and cause a loss of brake function. That loss of trailer braking increases crash risk, and the Malibu Boats dealer repair will be free once the remedy is available.
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What's wrong?
The brake lines on the 2021-2026 Malibu Boats Triple Axle Boat Trailer carry hydraulic pressure from the master cylinder to the brake calipers at the wheels. When the tow vehicle brakes, that pressure helps the trailer brakes apply so the trailer slows with the tow vehicle. The line and its caliper connection have to stay tight, supported, and sealed while the trailer moves under load.
Malibu Boats is still investigating the exact cause. The suspect trailers use rigid steel brake lines from the master cylinder to each caliper, except at junctions, and those lines are believed to be inadequately supported. That rigidity can put stress at the caliper connection, where the line can fracture. Once the line fractures, brake pressure drops and trailer brake function is reduced or lost.
An owner can see a fully fractured line because the brake line will be physically disconnected from the caliper. A partial fracture can leave brake fluid at or near the brake line and caliper connection, and the driver can feel an abnormal trailer surge against the tow vehicle when braking begins.
Who's affected?
Spans the 2021 through 2026 trailer model years, with the same passenger-side hydraulic brake line identified for each year.
| 2023 Malibu Boats Triple Axle Boat Trailer | hydraulic brake hose |
|---|---|
| 2024 Malibu Boats Triple Axle Boat Trailer | hydraulic brake hose |
| 2025 Malibu Boats Triple Axle Boat Trailer | hydraulic brake hose |
| 2026 Malibu Boats Triple Axle Boat Trailer | hydraulic brake hose |
| 2021 Malibu Boats Triple Axle Boat Trailer | hydraulic brake hose |
| 2022 Malibu Boats Triple Axle Boat Trailer | hydraulic brake hose |
| Units affected | 2,001 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 7 field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
A fractured trailer brake line can cause loss of brake function and increase the risk of a crash. Look for a disconnected line at the caliper, brake fluid near line and caliper connections, or an abnormal trailer surge when braking the tow vehicle. Repair will be free at any franchised Malibu Boats dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2021-2026 Malibu Boats Triple Axle Boat Trailer is included in this recall.
- Contact Malibu Boats customer service to confirm repair timing before scheduling service, since the remedy is still listed as under development.
- Reference recall number 25V465 when you call or speak with a franchised Malibu Boats dealer.
- Schedule the free brake-line repair once Malibu Boats opens the dealer remedy, which fixes the fracture point that can cause loss of trailer brake function.
- Tow cautiously until the repair is complete. Leave extra stopping distance and avoid hard braking.
What happens at the repair
Malibu Boats is still developing the final dealer repair. Once it opens, a Malibu Boats technician will repair the brake lines at the caliper connection point so the trailer braking system can hold pressure and operate as intended. Parts and labor will be covered under the recall. Malibu Boats has a reimbursement process for this campaign, so owners who already paid for related brake line work should contact Malibu Boats customer service and ask how to submit repair documentation for review.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
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Timeline
| July 11, 2025 | NHTSA published the recall |
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| September 8, 2025 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 25V465?
Recall 25V465 covers 2,001 2021-2026 Malibu Boats Triple Axle Boat Trailers with brake lines that can fracture at the caliper connection. A fracture can cause loss of brake function, increasing crash risk. Malibu Boats dealers will repair the brake lines for free.
What should I do if my 2021-2026 Malibu Boats Triple Axle Boat Trailer is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 25V465. If it is, contact a franchised Malibu Boats dealer or Malibu Boats customer service at 1-865-458-5478 to confirm repair timing for the brake-line fix. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Malibu Boats says dealers will repair the brake lines free of charge. Parts and labor are covered for included trailers.
Is it safe to tow my Malibu Boats Triple Axle Boat Trailer?
The recall involves brake lines that can fracture at the caliper connection and cause loss of brake function. That increases crash risk. Until your VIN is checked and the repair path is confirmed, use caution and ask Malibu Boats or the dealer for trailer-specific guidance before towing.
When were owners notified about recall 25V465?
Malibu Boats mailed owner notification letters on September 8, 2025. If you bought the trailer used or never received a letter, check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Triple Axle Boat Trailer is included, then reference recall 25V465 when you contact the dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/25V465000 |
|---|---|
| Malibu Boats customer service | 1-865-458-5478 |
| NHTSA recall # | 25V465 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 25V465000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 19, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →