repaired · 2022 Q3
Trailer hitches
Risk. Without a sufficient clamp load, the hitch may unexpectedly detach from the trailer, increasing the risk of a crash.
2018 Charles Machine Ditch WitchProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 0 owner complaints about the 2018 Charles Machine Ditch Witch. It is covered by 3 safety recalls, and for recall 18V-727 the manufacturer reports only 38% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through June 25, 2019. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2018 Charles Machine Ditch Witch has problems
0 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
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Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
3 recalls
2018 Charles Machine Ditch Witch recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2022 Q3
Service brakes, electric
Risk. If the trailer brakes do not apply as expected, the distance required to stop the trailer may be lengthened, increasing the risk of crash.
repaired · 2022 Q3
Structure
Risk. If the jib boom swings outside the trailer while it is being towed, it can increase the risk of injury or a crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Charles Machine.
Best & worst years
2018 vs. every other Ditch Witch year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Ditch Witch median. How we score
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
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Own a 2018 Ditch Witch?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.