Safety Recall NHTSA · 16V541000 Reported July 19, 2016

Breakaway brake switch may not work

Charles Machine Works, Inc. · Electrical System · 79 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
16V541000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Charles Machine Works, Inc.
Component
Electrical System
Vehicles Affected
79
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
July 19, 2016
Completion Rate
20.25

Defect Summary

Charles machine works inc. (charles machine) is recalling certain model year 2016 ditch witch t14mv trailers manufactured june 23, 2015, to july 01, 2016. the affected trailers may have an incorrect wiring harness that could result in the brakes not applying in the event that the trailer separates from the tow vehicle.

Safety Consequence

If the trailer brakes do not activate in the event of a trailer breakaway, there would be an increased risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Charles machine has notified owners, and dealers will correct the switch wiring, free of charge. the recall began on august 5, 2016. owners may contact charles machine customer service 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 16V541000 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 16V541000

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

What is recall 16V541000?

NHTSA recall 16V541000 was issued by Charles Machine Works, Inc. on July 19, 2016. It addresses: Breakaway brake switch may not work. The recall affects approximately 79 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Charles Machine Works, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 16V541000 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.