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💥 Crash risk🩹 Injury riskNHTSA 18V727📅 Oct 19, 2018

2018 Charles Machine Ditch Witch recall: body & structure

⚠️ What's wrong

Charles Machine Works Inc (Charles Machine) is recalling certain 2018 Ditch Witch VT14, VT20 and VT24 trailers with HX30, HX50 or HX75 vacuum excavators equipped with an optional jib boom. The jib boom on these vehicles can become loose from the latching pin mechanism, allowing the boom to swing outside the trailer while being towed.

💥 The risk

If the jib boom swings outside the trailer while it is being towed, it can increase the risk of injury or a crash.

🔧 The fix

Charles Machine will notify owners, and dealers will replace the latching pin with a hook mechanism that goes over the top of the arm, securing it to the trailer structure, free of charge. The recall began October 22, 2018. Owners may contact Charles Machine customer service at 1-800-654-6481. Charles Machine's number for this recall is ID0502488.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
18V727000
Manufacturer recall #
ID0502488
Manufacturer
Charles Machine Works Inc
Vehicles affected
96
Component
STRUCTURE
Owner phone
1-800-654-6481
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Oct 22, 2018
Built
Nov 24, 2017 – Oct 4, 2018
Recall started by
MFR
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.

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 18V727 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 18V727?

2018 Charles Machine Ditch Witch. 96 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Charles Machine dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-800-654-6481.