Ditch Witch T18S recalls
There are 2 safety recalls on record for the Ditch Witch T18S, covering 2,175 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.
Ditch Witch T18S recalls by model year
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Equipment
- What is wrong
- The charles machine is recalling certain model year 2000-2011 ditch witch construction equipment trailer equipped with 500 gallon vacuum excavators. The tank mounting can break which can allow the tank to fall from the trailer during dumping or transporting.
- Risk
- A falling tank from the trailer could increase the risk of a crash or could crush bystanders or workers increasing the risk of injuries.
- Remedy
- Kits were created to redistribute the weight of the spoils tank more uniformly across the trailer. Dealers will order the appropriate kits to remedy the trailers free of charge. The safety recall began on may 2, 2011. Owners may contact the charles machine works, inc., telephone 1‑800‑654‑6481. Outside the united states, call 1‑580‑336‑4426 ext. 8833.
Recall number 11V226000 · Recall details
Structure: body: bumpers
- What is wrong
- Certain trailers fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 223, "rear impact guards." proper rear impact guards were not installed on these trailers.
- Risk
- If struck in the rear by a smaller vehicle, the vehicle may underride the trailer increasing the risk of injury to the occupants of the smaller vehicle.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install the correct rear impact guards free of charge. The recall began on december 15, 2006. Owners may contact charles machine works at 580‑572‑2480.
Recall number 06V065000 · Recall details
Questions about the Ditch Witch T18S recalls
How do I check if my Ditch Witch T18S has an open recall?
Enter your VIN in the VIN decoder on this page to see the recalls for your exact model and year, then confirm with any dealer of the brand or the manufacturer, who can tell you whether the repair was already done on your car.
Do I have to pay for a recall repair?
No. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer of the brand, even if the car is out of warranty or you are not the first owner.
How many recalls does the Ditch Witch T18S have?
2, covering equipment and structure.
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