Charles Machine Works, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #15V435000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 15V435000 by Charles Machine Works, Inc.. Affecting model year 2014-2015 ditch witch t14mv trailers manufactured december 1, 2014, to june 22, 2015 Includes 69 affected units, Incorrect Wiring Harness may not Activate Brakes, component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2014-2015 ditch witch t14mv trailers manufactured december 1, 2014, to june 22, 2015

Defect Summary

Charles machine works inc. (charles machine) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 ditch witch t14mv trailers manufactured december 1, 2014, to june 22, 2015. the affected trailers may have an incorrect wiring harness that would result in the brakes not applying should the trailer breakway from the tow vehicle.

Corrective Action

Charles machine will notify owners, and dealers will correct the pin locations in the trailer harness connector, free of charge. the recall began on july 24, 2015. owners may contact charles machine customer service at 1-800-654-6481. charles machine's number for this recall is id0388109.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 15V435000
Manufacturer: Charles Machine Works, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2015-07-08T00:00:00
Subject: Incorrect wiring harness may not activate brakes
Component: Electrical System
Potentially Affected Units: 69

Details

MFR Campaign Number: ID0388109
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Charles machine works inc. (charles machine) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 ditch witch t14mv trailers manufactured december 1, 2014, to june 22, 2015. the affected trailers may have an incorrect wiring harness that would result in the brakes not applying should the trailer breakway from the tow vehicle.
Consequence Summary: If the brakes do not activate in the event of a trailer breakaway, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Charles machine will notify owners, and dealers will correct the pin locations in the trailer harness connector, free of charge. the recall began on july 24, 2015. owners may contact charles machine customer service at 1-800-654-6481. charles machine's number for this recall is id0388109.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 36.23

Metadata

SID: row-w92s~u5iv~3f7b
NHTSA ID: 15V435000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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