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- TRAILER HITCHES
- Problem
- Charles Machine Works Inc (Charles Machine) is recalling certain 2018 Ditch Witch VT17, 2018-2019 VT20 and VT24 trailers. The lock nuts that attach the hitch to the trailer may be insufficient to clamp the load after the hitch height has been adjusted.
- Risk
- Without a sufficient clamp load, the hitch may unexpectedly detach from the trailer, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Charles Machine has notified owners, and will provide new hardware, free of charge. The recall began June 28, 2019. Owners may contact Charles Machine customer service at 1-800-654-6481. Charles Machine's number for this recall is ID0568989.
- 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 trailers have lock nuts that attach the hitch to the trailer and may not clamp tightly enough after the hitch height has been adjusted. Without enough clamping force, the hitch can unexpectedly come loose from the trailer while in use, which increases the risk of a crash.
The manufacturer will provide new hardware free of charge. Owners can contact Charles Machine Works customer service at 1-800-654-6481 and reference recall number ID0568989. Repairs are free at an authorized dealer. You can also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for any open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Charles Machine Ditch Witch | 20182019 |
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