Safety Recall NHTSA · 21V177000 Reported March 15, 2021

Missing side reflex reflectors/fmvss 108

Charles Machine Works, Inc. · N/A · 456 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
21V177000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Charles Machine Works, Inc.
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
456
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
March 15, 2021
Completion Rate
32.02

Defect Summary

Charles machine works, inc. (charles machine) is recalling certain 2008-2020 ditch witch s4s, 2015-2021 ditch witch 025-1020, 2015 ditch witch 745-7900, 2009-2019 ditch witch zs6s, and 2010 ditch witch zs6s-1 trailers designed for carrying the fx20 vacuum excavator. the trailers may be missing side reflex reflectors near the front of the trailer. as such, these trailers fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."

Safety Consequence

Without the proper reflective equipment, the vacuum excavator trailer may have reduced visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Charles machine will notify owners, and dealers will inspect for side reflex reflectors, and add them as necessary, free of charge. the began on march 31, 2021. 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 21V177000 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 21V177000

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

What is recall 21V177000?

NHTSA recall 21V177000 was issued by Charles Machine Works, Inc. on March 15, 2021. It addresses: Missing side reflex reflectors/fmvss 108. The recall affects approximately 456 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 21V177000 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.