Is This A Lemon?

NHTSA recall campaign

19V154000

ManufacturerCharles Machine Works IncReported2019-03-01Affected59 vehicles

What was wrong

Defect

Charles Machine Works, Inc (Charles) is recalling certain 2019 Ditch Witch VT24 trailers. The axle bearings may not have been greased.

Risk

The ungreased axle bearings could result in a wheel locking up, affecting vehicle handling and increasing the risk of crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Charles will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the axles for the affected batch number and rework the hubs with new seals and bearings, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 25, 2019. Owners may contact Charles customer service at 1-800-654-6481. Charles' number for this recall is ID0555609.

To check whether your specific VIN is covered and to find a participating dealer, look this campaign up on NHTSA.gov →

Affected vehicles

1 entry

  • Charles Machine