NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 19V487000
SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC
Published June 25, 2019 · Recall initiated: June 21, 2019
What's the hazard
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.
What to do
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.
Recall details
- Brand
- CHARLES MACHINE
- Model
- DITCH WITCH
- Manufacturer
- Charles Machine Works, Inc.
- Lot
- 2018 CHARLES MACHINE DITCH WITCH | 2019 CHARLES MACHINE DITCH WITCH
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US