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NHTSARecalled Mar 18, 2015 · #15V158000

Incorrect Pre-Load on Wheel Bearings

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

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

Product details

Product
Incorrect Pre-Load on Wheel Bearings
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Charles Machine Works, Inc.
Model numbers
2015 Ditch
UPCs

What you should do

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.

View the official CPSC notice