Charles Machine Works, Inc (Charles) is recalling certain 2019 Ditch Witch VT24 trailers. The axle bearings may not have been greased.
Charles Machine Works – Axle Bearings may not have been Greased
| Report Received Date | 03/01/2019 |
| NHTSA ID | 19V154000 |
| Consequence Summary | The ungreased axle bearings could result in a wheel locking up, affecting vehicle handling and increasing the risk of crash. |
| Corrective Action | Charles will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the axles for the affected batch number and rework the hubs with new seals and bearings, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 25, 2019. Owners may contact Charles customer service at 1-800-654-6481. Charles' number for this recall is ID0555609. |
| Recall Code | ID0555609 |
| Potentially Affected | 59 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | No |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=19V154000) |
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