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NHTSARecalled Jul 8, 2015 · #15V435000

Incorrect Wiring Harness may not Activate Brakes

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

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

Product details

Product
Incorrect Wiring Harness may not Activate Brakes
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Charles Machine Works, Inc.
Model numbers
2015 Ditch, T14MV
UPCs

What you should do

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.

View the official CPSC notice