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2016 Ditch Witch T14MV — federal recalls on file

1 federal recall reported for the 2016 Ditch Witch T14MV

These are federal recalls reported for the 2016 Ditch Witch T14MV. A recall may apply only to certain VIN ranges or production windows. To confirm whether your specific VIN is in the affected window, use NHTSA's official per-VIN lookup or enter your VIN on our check page.

16V-541 Open recall Jul 19, 2016

Charles Machine Works Inc

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING, SERVICE BRAKES

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.

Risk: If the trailer brakes do not activate in the event of a trailer breakaway, there would be an increased risk of a crash.

Remedy: 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. The repair is free at any franchised dealer of your brand.

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