Axle: non-powered axle assemblyRecall 15V-159 · 2002–2015 Charles Machine Ditch Witch T26
Charles Machine Works Inc recall 15V-159 covers 169 2002–2015 Charles Machine Ditch Witch T26 for a axle: non-powered axle assembly problem, reported to NHTSA on March 20, 2015. The manufacturer's latest report (2016 Q3) shows 70% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 15V159000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
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.
The risk
Bearing failure or wheel detachment would increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
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.
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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
70%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.