Charles Machine Works (Charles Machine) is recalling certain model year 2002-2015 Ditch Witch T26 trailers. The affected trailers may have been manufactured with axles that have incorrect wheel bearings. The incorrect wheel bearings may not be able to support the trailer’s rated load and, as a result, the bearings may fail and the wheel may detach.
Charles Machine Works – Possible Incorrect Wheel Bearings in Axle Assembly
| Report Received Date | 03/20/2015 |
| NHTSA ID | 15V159000 |
| Consequence Summary | Bearing failure or wheel detachment would increase the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective Action | Charles Machine will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the wheel bearings and replace them, 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 #0376152. |
| Recall Code | ID #0376152 |
| Potentially Affected | 169 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | No |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=15V159000) |
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