Defect Description For Recall
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.
Make Of Vehicle
CHARLES MACHINE
Model Of Vehicle
DITCH WITCH T18
Year
2013
Recall Campaign Number
15V158000
Component Description
Suspension:Rear:Axle:Non-Powered Axle Assembly
Effect Of Defect
A Trailer Wheel Lock Up Would Increase The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
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.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Charles Machine Works Inc
Start Of Manufacture
20130101
End Of Manufacture
20150215
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
590
Date Owners Notified
20150408
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Charles Machine Works, Inc.
Date Report Received
20150318
Make Campaign Number
ID #0377453