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2020-2022 Ditch Witch VT12, Ditch Witch VT14 and others recall: labels

Charles Machine Works, Inc. reported this safety recall on August 4, 2022. It covers about 1,087 vehicles.

vehicles affected
1,087
reported
Aug 4, 2022
owners notified
Dec 12, 2022

Equipment: other: labels

What is wrong
Charles Machine Works, Inc. is recalling certain 2020-2022 Ditch Witch VT24, VT12, VT14, and 2022 VT14MV trailers. The vehicle certification label does not have the correct Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) listed. As such, these vehicles fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 120, "Wheels and rims - other than passenger cars."
Risk
Incorrect GAWR information may cause the vehicle to become overloaded and result in tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the labels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 12, 2022. Owners may contact Charles Machine Work's customer service at 1‑580‑572‑2223.

Recall number 22V576000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 22V576000

Is there a recall on the 2020-2022 Ditch Witch VT12, Ditch Witch VT14 and others labels?

Yes. Recall 22V576000, reported on August 4, 2022, covers about 1,087 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 22V576000?

Dealers will replace the labels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 12, 2022. Owners may contact Charles Machine Work's customer service at 1‑580‑572‑2223.

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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