NHTSA recall 03V046000
Service brakes, hydraulic
Ditch Witch S7B and 1 more
Reported Feb 13, 200318 vehicles affectedCHARLES MACHINE WORKS INCBuilt Jan 1, 2002 – Jan 31, 2002
The defect
On certain trailers equipped with hydraulic brakes, the breakaway brakes do not work.
The risk
If the trailer detaches from the tow vehicle, there will be no braking capability, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Dealers will replace the brake actuator. Owner notification began on february 28, 2003. 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.