Recall 15V435000: 2014–2015 Ditch Witch T14MV
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Jul 8, 2015
- Vehicles affected
- 69
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Charles Machine Works Inc. (Charles Machine) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Ditch Witch T14MV trailers manufactured December 1, 2014, to June 22, 2015. The affected trailers may have an incorrect wiring harness that would result in the brakes not applying should the trailer breakway from the tow vehicle.
The risk
If the brakes do not activate in the event of a trailer breakaway, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
The fix
Charles Machine will notify owners, and dealers will correct the pin locations in the trailer harness connector, free of charge. The recall began on July 24, 2015. Owners may contact Charles Machine customer service at 1-800-654-6481. Charles Machine's number for this recall is ID0388109.
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.
Affected vehicles
- 2014 Ditch Witch T14MV
- 2015 Ditch Witch T14MV
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 15V435000
- Manufacturer campaign
- ID0388109
- Manufacturer
- Charles Machine Works Inc
- Owner letters
- Jul 24, 2015
- Components
- Electrical system: integrated trailer brake control (Electrical System); Electrical system:wiring (Electrical System)
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