Service brakes, electricRecall 19V-487 · 2018–2019 Charles Machine Ditch Witch
Charles Machine Works Inc recall 19V-487 covers 796 2018–2019 Charles Machine Ditch Witch for a service brakes, electric problem, reported to NHTSA on June 21, 2019. The manufacturer's latest report (2022 Q3) shows 54% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 19V487000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Charles Machine Works Inc. (Charles Machine) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Ditch Witch VT9, VT12, VT14, VT17, VT20 and VT24 trailers. The brake wire terminals may have been improperly crimped, which can result in the trailer brakes failing to apply when commanded.
The 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.
The fix
Charles Machine has notified owners, and dealers will replace the brake terminals with a machine terminal, free of charge. The recall began June 25, 2019. Owners may contact Charles Machine customer service at 1-800-654-6481.
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
54%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.