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Charles Machine Works, Inc.: Ditch Witch VT Series Trailers Recalled for Incorrect Weight Rating Labels

Agency Publication Date: August 4, 2022
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Summary

Charles Machine Works, Inc. is recalling 1,087 Ditch Witch trailers, including model years 2020-2022 VT24, VT12, VT14, and 2022 VT14MV. These trailers have certification labels that list an incorrect Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). Owners are eligible for a free replacement label to ensure the vehicle is not accidentally overloaded during use.

Risk

If a trailer is loaded based on the incorrect weight information on the label, it may become overloaded. This can lead to sudden tire failure and increases the risk of a crash.

What You Should Do

  1. Identify if you own a 2020-2022 Ditch Witch VT24, VT12, VT14, or a 2022 VT14MV trailer.
  2. Check the vehicle certification label located on your trailer to see if the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) matches the technical specifications for your specific model.
  3. Contact Charles Machine Works customer service at 1-580-572-2223 to arrange for a dealer to provide and install a corrected certification label free of charge.
  4. For additional information or to check your VIN, contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit www.nhtsa.gov.

Your Remedy Options

๐Ÿ”งFree Repair

Free replacement of the vehicle certification label.

How to: Contact Charles Machine Works customer service at 1-580-572-2223 to have a dealer replace the incorrect label at no cost.

Affected Products

Product: 2020-2022 Ditch Witch VT24 Trailer
Product: 2020-2022 Ditch Witch VT12 Trailer
Product: 2020-2022 Ditch Witch VT14 Trailer
Product: 2022 Ditch Witch VT14MV Trailer

Additional Information

Agency: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Recall ID: 22V576000
Status: Active
Manufacturer: Charles Machine Works, Inc.
Sold By: Authorized Ditch Witch dealers
Manufactured In: United States
Units Affected: 1,087 vehicles(1087% estimated defective)
Park Vehicle: No
Park Outside: No
OTA Update: No
Product Type: Vehicle (V)
Recall Classification: Compliance (Federal Standard Violation)
Owner Notification Date: December 12, 2022
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.nhtsa.gov.
Distributed To: Nationwide
Agency Last Updated: January 13, 2023

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AI-Enhanced Content: The summary, action steps, and risk assessment on this page were generated by AI from official government recall data to improve readability. This is not legal or medical advice. Always refer to the official agency sources below for authoritative information.

Sources: NHTSA Notice ยท Raw API Response