NHTSA Recall 03V233000: Service brakes, hydraulic

CHARLES MACHINE WORKS INC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on July 1, 2003, covering an estimated 18 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Ditch Witch S7B.

vehicles potentially affected

models affected

2003

owners notified (September 2)

NHTSA campaign	03V233000
Component	SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Report received	July 1, 2003
Owner notification	September 2, 2003
Initiated by	Manufacturer

Defect

On certain trailers equipped with hydraulic brakes, the brake actuators are missing a stop.

Safety risk

The wheel brakes may not release after being applied, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the actuators. Owner notification began september 2, 2003. Owners should contact ditch witch at 1-580-572-2480.

Notes

Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Vehicles covered by recall 03V233000

Make and model	Model years
Ditch Witch S7B	2002
Ditch Witch T9S	2002, 2003

Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.