Ditch Witch Zs6s recalled over injury risk

Recall date

March 15, 2021

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Charles Machine Works, Inc. recalls 2008–2021 Ditch Witch — 5 models

Recall number

21V177000

Brand / firm

Ditch Witch

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 456 units

Why it was recalled

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

What was recalled

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."

What to do

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.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.