NHTSA Campaign 16V541000

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

Issued by Charles Machine Works Inc · Reported Jul 19, 2016 · 79 vehicles affected

What's wrong

Charles Machine Works Inc. (Charles Machine) is recalling certain model year 2016 Ditch Witch T14MV trailers manufactured June 23, 2015, to July 01, 2016. The affected trailers may have an incorrect wiring harness that could result in the brakes not applying in the event that the trailer separates from the tow vehicle.

Consequence

If the trailer brakes do not activate in the event of a trailer breakaway, there would be an increased risk of a crash.

Remedy

Charles Machine has notified owners, and dealers will correct the switch wiring, free of charge. The recall began on August 5, 2016. Owners may contact Charles Machine customer service at 1-800-654-6481.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
DITCH WITCH T14MV 2016 79

Source: NHTSA Campaign 16V541000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.