2013 Charles Machine Ditch Witch T26 Recalls

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NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V159000
Manufacturer: CHARLES MACHINE WORKS INC
Manufacturer Campaign Number: ID #0376152
Manufactured Begin Date: August 1st, 2002
Manufactured End Date: February 15th, 2015
Date of Owner Notification: April 8th, 2015

Defect Summary:
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.

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

Corrective Summary:
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.

Recall Notes:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.