Defect Description For Recall
On Certain Trailers Equipped With Hydraulic Brakes, The Breakaway Brakes Do Not Work.
Make Of Vehicle
DITCH WITCH
Model Of Vehicle
T9S
Year
2002
Recall Campaign Number
03V046000
Component Description
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Effect Of Defect
If The Trailer Detaches From The Tow Vehicle, There Will Be No Braking Capability, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Replace The Brake Actuator. Owner Notification Began On February 28, 2003. Owners Who Take Their Vehicles To An Authorized Dealer On An Agreed Upon Service Date And Do Not Receive The Free Remedy Within A Reasonable Time Should Contact Charles Machine At 1-580-336-4402.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Charles Machine Works Inc
Start Of Manufacture
20020424
End Of Manufacture
20030128
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
18
Date Owners Notified
20030228
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Charles Machine Works, Inc.
Date Report Received
20030213