Charles Machine Works, Inc.: Safety Recalls in 2003

Updated on March 19, 2026.

There were 2 safety recalls made by Charles Machine Works, Inc. in 2003. See the details of the recalls below.

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Data Source: NHTSA.
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July 1, 2003
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

CHARLES MACHINE/BRAKE ACTUATORS

ON CERTAIN TRAILERS EQUIPPED WITH HYDRAULIC BRAKES, THE BRAKE ACTUATORS ARE MISSING A STOP.
NHTSA ID: 03V233000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 18
Consequence Summary:
THE WHEEL BRAKES MAY NOT RELEASE AFTER BEING APPLIED, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Corrective Action:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ACTUATORS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN SEPTEMBER 2, 2003. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT DITCH WITCH AT 1-580-572-2480.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
February 13, 2003
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

CHARLES MACHINE/TRAILER BRAKES

ON CERTAIN TRAILERS EQUIPPED WITH HYDRAULIC BRAKES, THE BREAKAWAY BRAKES DO NOT WORK.
NHTSA ID: 03V046000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 18
Consequence Summary:
IF THE TRAILER DETACHES FROM THE TOW VEHICLE, THERE WILL BE NO BRAKING CAPABILITY, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Corrective Action:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE BRAKE ACTUATOR. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 28, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT CHARLES MACHINE AT 1-580-336-4402.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No