Charles Machine Works, Inc.: Safety Recalls in 2015

Updated on March 19, 2026.

There were 3 safety recalls made by Charles Machine Works, Inc. in 2015. See the details of the recalls below.

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July 8, 2015

(Campaign #: ID0388109)

Incorrect Wiring Harness may not Activate Brakes

Charles Machine Works Inc. (Charles Machine) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Ditch Witch T14MV trailers manufactured December 1, 2014, to June 22, 2015. The affected trailers may have an incorrect wiring harness that would result in the brakes not applying should the trailer breakway from the tow vehicle.

NHTSA ID: 15V435000

Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

# of Units Affected: 69

Consequence Summary:

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

Corrective Action:

Charles Machine will notify owners, and dealers will correct the pin locations in the trailer harness connector, free of charge. The recall began on July 24, 2015. Owners may contact Charles Machine customer service at 1-800-654-6481. Charles Machine's number for this recall is ID0388109.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 36.23

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March 20, 2015

(Campaign #: ID #0376152)

Possible Incorrect Wheel Bearings in Axle Assembly

Charles Machine Works Inc. (Charles Machine) is recalling certain model year 2002-2015 Ditch Witch T26 trailers. The affected trailers may have been manufactured with axles that have incorrect wheel bearings. The incorrect wheel bearings may not be able to support the trailer's rated load and, as a result, the bearings may fail and the wheel may detach.

NHTSA ID: 15V159000

Component: SUSPENSION

# of Units Affected: 169

Consequence Summary:

Bearing failure or wheel detachment would increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action:

Charles Machine will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the wheel bearings and replace them, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on April 8, 2015. Owners may contact Charles Machine customer service at 1-800-654-6481. Charles Machine's number for this recall is ID #0376152.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 70.41

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March 18, 2015

(Campaign #: ID #0377453)

Incorrect Pre-Load on Wheel Bearings

Charles Machine Works Inc (Charles Machine) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Ditch Witch T18 tandem axle trailers manufactured January 1, 2013, to February 15, 2015, and with or without vacuum excavators mounted on them. The wheel hubs of the affected trailers may have incorrect bearing pre-loads which can cause the trailer wheels to lock up.

NHTSA ID: 15V158000

Component: SUSPENSION

# of Units Affected: 590

Consequence Summary:

A trailer wheel lock up would increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action:

Charles Machine will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the axles, and replace the bearings, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on April 8, 2015. Owners may contact Charles Machine customer service at 1-800-654-6481. Charles Machine's number for this recall is ID #0377453.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 60.51

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