CHARLES MACHINE 2014 CHARLES MACHINE DITCH WITCH T18 Recall
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According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2014 CHARLES MACHINE DITCH WITCH T18
Brand
CHARLES MACHINE
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2014
Charles Machine Works Inc is recalling certain 2014 CHARLES MACHINE DITCH WITCH T18 vehicles due to suspension:rear:axle:non-powered axle assembly issues. A trailer wheel lock up would increase the risk of a crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Charles Machine Works Inc (Charles Machine) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Ditch Witch T18 tandem axle trailers manufactured January 1, 2013, to February 15, 2015, and with or without vacuum excavators mounted on them. The wheel hubs of the affected trailers may have incorrect bearing pre-loads which can cause the trailer wheels to lock up.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
A trailer wheel lock up would increase the risk of a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Charles Machine will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the axles, and replace the bearings, 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 #0377453.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026