2018 Charles Machine Ditch Witch Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

3 safety recalls on file

The 2018 Charles Machine Ditch Witch has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

3Recalls
0Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2018 Charles Machine Ditch Witch recalls

Trailer Hitch May Detach From Trailer, Raising Crash Risk

Recall 19V490Jun 25, 2019290 vehicles affected

Certain trailers have lock nuts that attach the hitch to the trailer and may not clamp tightly enough after the hitch height has been adjusted.

Trailer Brakes May Fail to Apply, Raising Crash Risk

Recall 19V487Jun 21, 2019796 vehicles affected

Some trailers have brake wire terminals that may have been improperly crimped.

Jib Boom Can Swing Out While Towed, Risking Crash

Recall 18V727Oct 18, 201896 vehicles affected

Certain 2018 Ditch Witch VT14, VT20 and VT24 trailers with HX30, HX50 or HX75 vacuum excavators, equipped with an optional jib boom, may have a jib boom that becomes loose from its latching pin mechanism.

2018 Charles Machine Ditch Witch questions

Does the 2018 Charles Machine Ditch Witch have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2018 Charles Machine Ditch Witch: Trailer Hitch May Detach From Trailer, Raising Crash Risk; Trailer Brakes May Fail to Apply, Raising Crash Risk; Jib Boom Can Swing Out While Towed, Risking Crash. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

How do I check if a recall on my 2018 Charles Machine Ditch Witch has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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