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NHTSARecalled Mar 1, 2019 · #19V154000

Axle Bearings may not have been Greased

Hazard

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Description

Charles Machine Works, Inc (Charles) is recalling certain 2019 Ditch Witch VT24 trailers. The axle bearings may not have been greased. The ungreased axle bearings could result in a wheel locking up, affecting vehicle handling and increasing the risk of crash.

Product details

Product
Axle Bearings may not have been Greased
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Charles Machine Works, Inc.
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

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.

View the official CPSC notice