2014 Charles Machine Ditch Witch T18 | 2015 Charles Machine Ditch Witch T18 | 2013 Charles Machine Ditch Witch T18 — Suspension: rear: axle: non-powered axle assembly
Published March 18, 2015 · Recall initiated: March 18, 2015
Summary
NHTSA records recall 15V158000, published March 18, 2015. Recalling firm: Charles Machine Works, Inc.; 2014 Charles Machine Ditch Witch T18 | 2015 Charles Machine Ditch Witch T18 | 2013 Charles Machine Ditch Witch T18 — Suspension: rear: axle: non-powered axle assembly.
What's the hazard
Charles Machine Works Inc (Charles Machine) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Ditch Witch T18 tandem axle trailers manufactured January 1, 2013, to February 15, 2015, and with or without vacuum excavators mounted on them. The wheel hubs of the affected trailers may have incorrect bearing pre-loads which can cause the trailer wheels to lock up.
What to do
Charles Machine will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the axles, and replace the bearings, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on April 8, 2015. Owners may contact Charles Machine customer service at 1-800-654-6481. Charles Machine's number for this recall is ID #0377453.
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Recall details
- Brand
- CHARLES MACHINE
- Model
- DITCH WITCH T18
- Manufacturer
- Charles Machine Works, Inc.
- Lot
- 2014 CHARLES MACHINE DITCH WITCH T18 | 2015 CHARLES MACHINE DITCH WITCH T18 | 2013 CHARLES MACHINE DITCH WITCH T18
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2014 Charles Machine Ditch Witch T18 | 2015 Charles Machine Ditch Witch T18 | 2013 Charles Machine Ditch Witch T18 — Suspension: rear: axle: non-powered axle assembly recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 15V158000 on March 18, 2015. Reported hazard: Charles Machine Works Inc (Charles Machine) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Ditch Witch T18 tandem axle trailers manufactured January 1, 2013, to February 15, 2015, and with or without vacuum excavators mounted on them. The wheel hubs of the affected trailers may have incorrect bearing pre-loads which can cause the trailer wheels to lock up.
What should I do if I have this product?
Charles Machine will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the axles, and replace the bearings, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on April 8, 2015. Owners may contact Charles Machine customer service at 1-800-654-6481. Charles Machine's number for this recall is ID #0377453.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: CHARLES MACHINE. Model: DITCH WITCH T18.