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- SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY
- Problem
- Charles Machine Works Inc. (Charles Machine) is recalling certain model year 2002-2015 Ditch Witch T26 trailers. The affected trailers may have been manufactured with axles that have incorrect wheel bearings. The incorrect wheel bearings may not be able to support the trailer's rated load and, as a result, the bearings may fail and the wheel may detach.
- Risk
- Bearing failure or wheel detachment would increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Charles Machine will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the wheel bearings and replace them, 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 #0376152.
- 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
Some Ditch Witch T26 trailers may have been built with incorrect wheel bearings that cannot support the trailer's rated load. Over time, these bearings can fail, and the wheel may detach from the trailer.
A wheel coming off while the trailer is moving increases the risk of a crash. Owners should stop using the trailer until it has been inspected if they notice unusual noises, heat, wobbling, or other signs of wheel or bearing trouble.
The repair is free. Charles Machine Works will notify owners, and authorized dealers will inspect the wheel bearings and replace them as necessary at no charge. Contact Charles Machine customer service at 1-800-654-6481 and reference recall ID 0376152. You can also check your trailer's VIN for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Charles Machine Ditch Witch T26 | 20022003200420052006200720082009201020112012201320142015 |
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