Charles Machine Works, Inc.: Safety Recalls in 2019

Updated on March 19, 2026.

There were 3 safety recalls made by Charles Machine Works, Inc. in 2019. See the details of the recalls below.

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Data Source: NHTSA.

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June 25, 2019

(Campaign #: ID0568989)

Lock Nuts may Allow Trailer Hitch to Disconnect

Charles Machine Works Inc (Charles Machine) is recalling certain 2018 Ditch Witch VT17, 2018-2019 VT20 and VT24 trailers. The lock nuts that attach the hitch to the trailer may be insufficient to clamp the load after the hitch height has been adjusted.

NHTSA ID: 19V490000

Component:

# of Units Affected: 290

Consequence Summary:

Without a sufficient clamp load, the hitch may unexpectedly detach from the trailer, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action:

Charles Machine has notified owners, and will provide new hardware, free of charge. The recall began June 28, 2019. Owners may contact Charles Machine customer service at 1-800-654-6481. Charles Machine's number for this recall is ID0568989.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 55.52

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June 21, 2019

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Improperly Crimped Brake Wire Terminals

Charles Machine Works Inc. (Charles Machine) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Ditch Witch VT9, VT12, VT14, VT17, VT20 and VT24 trailers. The brake wire terminals may have been improperly crimped, which can result in the trailer brakes failing to apply when commanded.

NHTSA ID: 19V487000

Component:

# of Units Affected: 796

Consequence Summary:

If the trailer brakes do not apply as expected, the distance required to stop the trailer may be lengthened, increasing the risk of crash.

Corrective Action:

Charles Machine has notified owners, and dealers will replace the brake terminals with a machine terminal, free of charge. The recall began June 25, 2019. Owners may contact Charles Machine customer service at 1-800-654-6481.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 54.15

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March 1, 2019

(Campaign #: ID0555609)

Axle Bearings may not have been Greased

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

NHTSA ID: 19V154000

Component: SUSPENSION

# of Units Affected: 59

Consequence Summary:

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

Corrective Action:

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.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 100

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