Recall 11V226000: 2009–2011 Ditch Witch T12SE, 2009–2011 Ditch Witch T18S, 2009–2011 Ditch Witch T9S +1 more

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Report date
Apr 12, 2011
Vehicles affected
1,476
Models
4
Initiated by
Manufacturer

The problem

The charles machine is recalling certain model year 2000-2011 ditch witch construction equipment trailer equipped with 500 gallon vacuum excavators. The tank mounting can break which can allow the tank to fall from the trailer during dumping or transporting.

The risk

A falling tank from the trailer could increase the risk of a crash or could crush bystanders or workers increasing the risk of injuries.

The fix

Kits were created to redistribute the weight of the spoils tank more uniformly across the trailer. Dealers will order the appropriate kits to remedy the trailers free of charge. The safety recall began on may 2, 2011. Owners may contact the charles machine works, inc., telephone 1-800-654-6481. Outside the united states, call 1-580-336-4426 ext. 8833.

Notes

Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

Affected vehicles

  • 2009 Ditch Witch T12SE
  • 2010 Ditch Witch T12SE
  • 2011 Ditch Witch T12SE
  • 2009 Ditch Witch T18S
  • 2010 Ditch Witch T18S
  • 2011 Ditch Witch T18S
  • 2009 Ditch Witch T9S
  • 2010 Ditch Witch T9S
  • 2011 Ditch Witch T9S
  • 2009 Ditch Witch T9SH
  • 2010 Ditch Witch T9SH
  • 2011 Ditch Witch T9SH

Details

NHTSA campaign
11V226000
Manufacturer
CHARLES MACHINE WORKS INC
Owner letters
May 2, 2011
Components
Equipment (Other / Unknown)

Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology