NHTSA Recall 15V435000: Integrated trailer brake control (electrical system) and electrical system: wiring
Charles Machine Works Inc reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 69 vehicles. It affects 2014–2015 Ditch Witch T14MV.
| NHTSA campaign | 15V435000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | ID0388109 |
| Components | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › WIRING |
| Report received | July 8, 2015 |
| Owner notification | July 24, 2015 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Charles Machine Works Inc. (Charles Machine) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Ditch Witch T14MV trailers manufactured December 1, 2014, to June 22, 2015. The affected trailers may have an incorrect wiring harness that would result in the brakes not applying should the trailer breakway from the tow vehicle.
Safety risk
If the brakes do not activate in the event of a trailer breakaway, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy
Charles Machine will notify owners, and dealers will correct the pin locations in the trailer harness connector, free of charge. The recall began on July 24, 2015. Owners may contact Charles Machine customer service at 1-800-654-6481. Charles Machine's number for this recall is ID0388109.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 15V435000
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.