Safety Recall NHTSA · 04V125000 Reported March 12, 2004

Charles machine/ditch witch/wheels

Charles Machine Works, Inc. · N/A · 17 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
04V125000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Charles Machine Works, Inc.
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
17
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
March 12, 2004

Defect Summary

On certain trailers, "coined" wheels may have been installed on trailers with "flat face" hubs and "flat face" wheels may have been installed on trailers with "coined" hubs.

Safety Consequence

This can cause loose wheels and increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Ditch witch will replace the wheels and damaged components. owner notification is expected to begin april 1, 2004. 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 ditch witch at 1-800-654-6481.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Charles Machine Works, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 04V125000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 04V125000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 04V125000?

NHTSA recall 04V125000 was issued by Charles Machine Works, Inc. on March 12, 2004. It addresses: Charles machine/ditch witch/wheels. The recall affects approximately 17 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Charles Machine Works, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 04V125000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.