Charles Machine Ditch Witch: Suspension — non-powered axle assembly

Affects Charles Machine Ditch Witch · 2019 — about 59 vehicles.

The hazard

The ungreased axle bearings could result in a wheel locking up, affecting vehicle handling and increasing the risk of crash.

What to do

Charles will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the axles for the affected batch number and rework the hubs with new seals and bearings, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 25, 2019. Owners may contact Charles customer service at 1-800-654-6481. Charles' number for this recall is ID0555609.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational