Recall 15V159000
SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
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.
Safety Consequence
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.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2002 | CHARLES MACHINE | DITCH WITCH T26 |
| 2003 | CHARLES MACHINE | DITCH WITCH T26 |
| 2004 | CHARLES MACHINE | DITCH WITCH T26 |
| 2005 | CHARLES MACHINE | DITCH WITCH T26 |
| 2006 | CHARLES MACHINE | DITCH WITCH T26 |
| 2007 | CHARLES MACHINE | DITCH WITCH T26 |
| 2008 | CHARLES MACHINE | DITCH WITCH T26 |
| 2009 | CHARLES MACHINE | DITCH WITCH T26 |
| 2010 | CHARLES MACHINE | DITCH WITCH T26 |
| 2011 | CHARLES MACHINE | DITCH WITCH T26 |
| 2012 | CHARLES MACHINE | DITCH WITCH T26 |
| 2013 | CHARLES MACHINE | DITCH WITCH T26 |
| 2014 | CHARLES MACHINE | DITCH WITCH T26 |
| 2015 | CHARLES MACHINE | DITCH WITCH T26 |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.