Safety Recall NHTSA · 19V487000 Reported June 21, 2019

Improperly crimped brake wire terminals

Charles Machine Works, Inc. · N/A · 796 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
19V487000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Charles Machine Works, Inc.
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
796
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
June 21, 2019
Completion Rate
54.15

Defect Summary

Charles machine works inc. (charles machine) is recalling certain 2018-2019 ditch witch vt9, vt12, vt14, vt17, vt20 and vt24 trailers. the brake wire terminals may have been improperly crimped, which can result in the trailer brakes failing to apply when commanded.

Safety Consequence

If the trailer brakes do not apply as expected, the distance required to stop the trailer may be lengthened, increasing the risk of crash.

Corrective Action

Charles machine has notified owners, and dealers will replace the brake terminals with a machine terminal, free of charge. the recall began june 25, 2019. 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 19V487000 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 19V487000

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

What is recall 19V487000?

NHTSA recall 19V487000 was issued by Charles Machine Works, Inc. on June 21, 2019. It addresses: Improperly crimped brake wire terminals. The recall affects approximately 796 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 19V487000 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.