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2009-2011 Ditch Witch T12SE, Ditch Witch T18S and others recall: equipment

Charles Machine Works Inc reported this safety recall on April 12, 2011. It covers about 1,476 vehicles.

vehicles affected
1,476
reported
Apr 12, 2011
owners notified
May 2, 2011

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

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 11V226000

Is there a recall on the 2009-2011 Ditch Witch T12SE, Ditch Witch T18S and others equipment?

Yes. Recall 11V226000, reported on April 12, 2011, covers about 1,476 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 11V226000?

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.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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