Recall 15V435 affects 69 2014-2015 Ditch Witch T14MV trailers for breakaway-brake wiring. Repair is free at any franchised Ditch Witch dealer.
Ditch Witch is recalling 69 2014-2015 T14MV trailers because an incorrect wiring harness can prevent the brakes from applying during a trailer breakaway. That failure raises the risk of a crash, and the Ditch Witch dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The wiring harness on a 2014-2015 Ditch Witch T14MV trailer is the set of electrical lines that connects the trailer brake control circuit. In normal use, that circuit carries the signal needed to apply the trailer brakes. If the trailer separates from the tow vehicle, the breakaway brake system is supposed to apply the trailer brakes so the trailer slows instead of rolling freely.
On the recalled T14MV trailers, the wrong wiring harness is installed. That incorrect harness does not route the breakaway brake signal the way the system needs it. If the trailer breaks away from the tow vehicle, the trailer brakes do not apply through that circuit, leaving the separated trailer without the intended brake response.
There is no warning sign before failure. The problem is in the wiring setup, so an owner is not given a sound, light, or pedal change before the breakaway brake system fails to apply the brakes.
Who's affected?
The T14MV is listed under two electrical-system areas: integrated trailer brake control and wiring.
| 2014 Ditch Witch T14MV | electrical system |
|---|---|
| 2014 Ditch Witch T14MV | wiring |
| 2015 Ditch Witch T14MV | electrical system |
| 2015 Ditch Witch T14MV | wiring |
| Units affected | 69 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific trailer.
What's the safety risk?
If the trailer separates and the breakaway system fails to apply the brakes, the trailer can continue moving and increase the risk of a crash. Until the harness connector is corrected, use extra care when towing and schedule the recall work promptly. Repair will be free at any franchised Ditch Witch dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2014-2015 Ditch Witch T14MV trailer is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Ditch Witch dealer to ask about the free trailer-harness connector pin correction that restores breakaway brake activation.
- Reference recall number 15V435 when you call, and also give the dealer Ditch Witch recall ID0388109 if requested.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it, or tell the dealer the owner notice was mailed on July 24, 2015.
- Avoid towing the trailer until the dealer confirms the breakaway brake wiring has been checked and corrected.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Ditch Witch technician corrects the pin locations in the trailer harness connector so the breakaway brake circuit is wired correctly. The known remedy is a dealer correction, with parts and labor covered by the recall once the repair is available. Ask the service desk to confirm that the harness connector pin locations were corrected before the trailer returns to service.
Timeline
| July 8, 2015 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| July 24, 2015 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 15V435?
Recall 15V435 covers 69 2014-2015 Ditch Witch T14MV trailers with an incorrect wiring harness. If the trailer breaks away from the tow vehicle, the brakes can fail to apply, increasing crash risk. Ditch Witch dealers correct the trailer harness connector pin locations for free.
What should I do if my 2014-2015 Ditch Witch T14MV is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 15V435. If it is, contact a franchised Ditch Witch dealer to schedule the trailer harness connector repair. Reference recall number 15V435 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Ditch Witch dealers correct the pin locations in the trailer harness connector free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is that the trailer brakes can fail to apply during a breakaway from the tow vehicle. That increases crash risk because the trailer loses the braking action meant to slow it after separation. The free dealer repair corrects the harness connector pin locations.
When did the Ditch Witch T14MV recall repair begin?
The recall repair began on July 24, 2015. If your VIN is included, contact a franchised Ditch Witch dealer and reference recall number 15V435. Owners can also call Ditch Witch customer service at 1-800-654-6481 for recall support.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/15V435000 |
|---|---|
| Ditch Witch customer service | 1-800-654-6481 |
| NHTSA recall # | 15V435 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 15V435000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 31, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →