Other: labelsRecall 22V-576 · Ditch Witch vehicles
Charles Machine Works, Inc. recall 22V-576 covers 1,087 Ditch Witch vehicles for a other: labels problem, reported to NHTSA on August 4, 2022. The manufacturer's latest report (2024 Q3) shows 49% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 22V576000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Charles Machine Works, Inc. is recalling certain 2020-2022 Ditch Witch VT24, VT12, VT14, and 2022 VT14MV trailers. The vehicle certification label does not have the correct Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) listed. As such, these vehicles fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 120, "Wheels and rims - other than passenger cars."
The risk
Incorrect GAWR information may cause the vehicle to become overloaded and result in tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the labels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 12, 2022. Owners may contact Charles Machine Work's customer service at 1-580-572-2223.
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
49%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.