Vehicle recall 15V159000 · March 20, 2015

2002-2015 Charles Machine Ditch Witch T26

The affected trailers may have been manufactured with axles that have incorrect wheel bearings.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary: Charles Machine Works Inc. (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.
Consequence: Bearing failure or wheel detachment would increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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.
Notes: Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign: 15V159000
Reported to NHTSA: March 20, 2015
Filed by: Charles Machine Works Inc
Manufacturer campaign: ID #0376152
Owner notification: April 8, 2015
Vehicles potentially affected: 169
Initiated by: the manufacturer
Components: Suspension › Rear › Axle › Non-powered axle assembly

Recall 15V159000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.

Charles Machine Ditch Witch T26 (2002-2015): 2015, 2014, 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004, 2003, 2002

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