Report Date
Jun 25, 2019
Component
TRAILER HITCHES
Affected Vehicles
2
Defect Description
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.
Safety Consequence
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.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | CHARLES MACHINE | DITCH WITCH |
| 2019 | CHARLES MACHINE | DITCH WITCH |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.