2015 Charles Machine Ditch Witch T18 Recalls

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NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V158000
Manufacturer: CHARLES MACHINE WORKS INC
Manufacturer Campaign Number: ID #0377453
Manufactured Begin Date: January 1st, 2013
Manufactured End Date: February 15th, 2015
Date of Owner Notification: April 8th, 2015

Defect Summary:
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.

Consequence Summary:
A trailer wheel lock up would increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Summary:
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.

Recall 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.