Recall 22V576000 — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS Defect in 2020-2022 DITCH WITCH VT24
RECALL This recall affects up to 1,087 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 22V576000 |
| Manufacturer | Charles Machine Works, Inc. |
| Vehicles Affected | 1,087 |
| Component | EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
Charles Machine Works, Inc. is recalling certain 2020-2022 Ditch Witch VT24, VT12, VT14, and 2022 VT14MV trailers. The vehicle certification label does not have the correct Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) listed. As such, these vehicles fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 120, "Wheels and rims - other than passenger cars."
Safety Consequence
Incorrect GAWR information may cause the vehicle to become overloaded and result in tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the labels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 12, 2022. Owners may contact Charles Machine Work's customer service at 1-580-572-2223.
Related Recalls for DITCH WITCH
| Campaign | Vehicle | Component | Date | Affected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21V177000 | 2013 DITCH WITCH ZS6S | EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 456 | |
| 16V541000 | 2016 DITCH WITCH T14MV | SERVICE BRAKES | 79 | |
| 15V435000 | 2014 DITCH WITCH T14MV | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL | 69 | |
| 11V226000 | 2009 DITCH WITCH T18S | EQUIPMENT | 1,476 | |
| 06V065000 | 2003 DITCH WITCH T12S | STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS | 699 | |
| 04V125000 | 2001 DITCH WITCH BT26 | WHEELS | 17 | |
| 03V233000 | 2003 DITCH WITCH T9S | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 18 | |
| 03V046000 | 2002 DITCH WITCH S7B | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 18 | |
| 01V041000 | 1997 DITCH WITCH T14A-1 | WHEELS | 723 | |
| 98V086000 | 1996 DITCH WITCH T14AJT | WHEELS:RIM | 820 |