DITCH WITCH 2016 DITCH WITCH T14MV Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2016 DITCH WITCH T14MV
Brand
DITCH WITCH
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2016
Charles Machine Works Inc is recalling certain 2016 DITCH WITCH T14MV vehicles due to service brakes issues. If the trailer brakes do not activate in the event of a trailer breakaway, there would be an increased 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 2016 Ditch Witch T14MV trailers manufactured June 23, 2015, to July 01, 2016. The affected trailers may have an incorrect wiring harness that could result in the brakes not applying in the event that the trailer separates from the tow vehicle.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
If the trailer brakes do not activate in the event of a trailer breakaway, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Charles Machine has notified owners, and dealers will correct the switch wiring, free of charge. The recall began on August 5, 2016. Owners may contact Charles Machine customer service at 1-800-654-6481.
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