CarRecallWatch- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING; SERVICE BRAKES
- Problem
- Charles Machine Works Inc. (Charles Machine) is recalling certain model year 2016 Ditch Witch T14MV trailers manufactured June 23, 2015, to July 01, 2016. The affected trailers may have an incorrect wiring harness that could result in the brakes not applying in the event that the trailer separates from the tow vehicle.
- Risk
- If the trailer brakes do not activate in the event of a trailer breakaway, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Charles Machine has notified owners, and dealers will correct the switch wiring, free of charge. The recall began on August 5, 2016. Owners may contact Charles Machine customer service at 1-800-654-6481.
- 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 2016 Ditch Witch T14MV trailers built between June 23, 2015, and July 1, 2016, may have an incorrect wiring harness. If the trailer separates from the tow vehicle, the trailer brakes may not apply, which increases the risk of a crash.
The repair is free. Dealers will correct the switch wiring at no cost to you. Owners can also contact Charles Machine Works customer service at 1-800-654-6481. Check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls, and have the trailer inspected and repaired as soon as possible.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Ditch Witch T14MV | 2016 |
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