Charles Machine DITCH WITCH recalls by model year
Explore the records behind recurring owner reports.
Key facts
0 owner complaints analyzed
5 distinct recall campaigns
Not available median reported failure mileage
Scope: 1977 to 2019 model years. Data snapshot: . 0 complaints include usable failure mileage.
Recalls by model year
All campaigns in the snapshot affecting each model year, including recalls announced years later.
Recall campaigns
Shared campaigns appear once in each affected model year.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| 2018 | 3 |
| 2019 | 3 |
2018: 3; 2019: 3
Year-by-year records
Recall history
5 distinct campaigns affect this selection. Announcement dates below are different from vehicle model years. A campaign may cover multiple years.
83V109000 · Wheels
Reported: 1983-10-13 (October 13, 1983) · Model years: 1977, 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983
WHEELS MAY CONTAIN DEFECTIVE WELDS THAT MAY FAIL WHEN THE VEHICLE IS CARRYING THE RATED LOAD OR A LESSER WEIGHT.
Remedy: WHEEL WELDS WILL BE INSPECTED AND IF EVIDENCE OF DEFECTIVE WELDING IS FOUND, THE WHEELS WILL BE REPLACED.
NHTSA campaign record ↗18V727000 · Structure
Reported: 2018-10-18 (October 18, 2018) · Model years: 2018
Charles Machine Works Inc (Charles Machine) is recalling certain 2018 Ditch Witch VT14, VT20 and VT24 trailers with HX30, HX50 or HX75 vacuum excavators equipped with an optional jib boom. The jib boom on these vehicles can become loose from the latching pin mechanism, allowing the boom to swing outside the trailer while being towed.
Consequence: If the jib boom swings outside the trailer while it is being towed, it can increase the risk of injury or a crash.
Remedy: Charles Machine will notify owners, and dealers will replace the latching pin with a hook mechanism that goes over the top of the arm, securing it to the trailer structure, free of charge. The recall began October 22, 2018. Owners may contact Charles Machine customer service at 1-800-654-6481. Charles Machine's number for this recall is ID0502488.
NHTSA campaign record ↗19V487000 · Service Brakes, Electric
Reported: 2019-06-21 (June 21, 2019) · Model years: 2018, 2019
Charles Machine Works Inc. (Charles Machine) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Ditch Witch VT9, VT12, VT14, VT17, VT20 and VT24 trailers. The brake wire terminals may have been improperly crimped, which can result in the trailer brakes failing to apply when commanded.
Consequence: If the trailer brakes do not apply as expected, the distance required to stop the trailer may be lengthened, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy: Charles Machine has notified owners, and dealers will replace the brake terminals with a machine terminal, free of charge. The recall began June 25, 2019. Owners may contact Charles Machine customer service at 1-800-654-6481.
NHTSA campaign record ↗19V490000 · Trailer Hitches
Reported: 2019-06-25 (June 25, 2019) · Model years: 2018, 2019
Charles Machine Works Inc (Charles Machine) is recalling certain 2018 Ditch Witch VT17, 2018-2019 VT20 and VT24 trailers. The lock nuts that attach the hitch to the trailer may be insufficient to clamp the load after the hitch height has been adjusted.
Consequence: Without a sufficient clamp load, the hitch may unexpectedly detach from the trailer, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Charles Machine has notified owners, and will provide new hardware, free of charge. The recall began June 28, 2019. Owners may contact Charles Machine customer service at 1-800-654-6481. Charles Machine's number for this recall is ID0568989.
NHTSA campaign record ↗19V154000 · Suspension:Rear:Axle:Non-Powered Axle Assembly
Reported: 2019-03-01 (March 1, 2019) · Model years: 2019
Charles Machine Works, Inc (Charles) is recalling certain 2019 Ditch Witch VT24 trailers. The axle bearings may not have been greased.
Consequence: The ungreased axle bearings could result in a wheel locking up, affecting vehicle handling and increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy: Charles will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the axles for the affected batch number and rework the hubs with new seals and bearings, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 25, 2019. Owners may contact Charles customer service at 1-800-654-6481. Charles' number for this recall is ID0555609.
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