CarRecallWatch- Component
- SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY
- Problem
- 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.
- Risk
- A trailer wheel lock up would increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- 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.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
Certain 2013-2015 Ditch Witch T18 tandem axle trailers, built between January 1, 2013, and February 15, 2015, may have incorrect wheel hub bearing pre-loads. This can cause the trailer wheels to lock up, which increases the risk of a crash.
If you own an affected trailer, contact Charles Machine customer service at 1-800-654-6481 and reference recall ID #0377453. Charles Machine will notify owners, and an authorized dealer will inspect the axles and replace the bearings as necessary. The repair is free of charge. You can also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Charles Machine Ditch Witch T18 | 201320142015 |
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