Recall 01V-041: 1996–2001 Ditch Witch S5A, 1996–2001 Ditch Witch S5A1 and 8 more
CHARLES MACHINE WORKS INC recall for wheels, reported to NHTSA on Feb 12, 2001, covering about 723 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: trailers equipped with wheels painted silver with "DOT USA t 16 x 6 kh" stamped into the rim. The center disk can crack with possible separation of rim from disk.
The risk
This increases the risk of loss of vehicle control.
The fix
Dealers will replace these wheels. Owner notification began march 19, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact charles machine at 1-580-336-4402.
Notes
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | CHARLES MACHINE WORKS INC |
|---|---|
| Component | Wheels |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 01V041000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Ditch Witch S5A | 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001 | All years |
| Ditch Witch S5A1 | 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001 | All years |
| Ditch Witch S5A2 | 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001 | All years |
| Ditch Witch S5AE | 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001 | All years |
| Ditch Witch S7B | 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001 | All years |
| Ditch Witch T12AE | 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001 | All years |
| Ditch Witch T12AH | 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001 | All years |
| Ditch Witch T14A-1 | 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001 | All years |
| Ditch Witch T14AE | 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001 | All years |
| Ditch Witch T14AH | 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 01V-041?
Vehicle description: trailers equipped with wheels painted silver with "DOT USA t 16 x 6 kh" stamped into the rim. The center disk can crack with possible separation of rim from disk.
How is recall 01V-041 fixed?
Dealers will replace these wheels. Owner notification began march 19, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact charles machine at 1-580-336-4402.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.