NHTSA Recall 22V576000: Labels (equipment) and tires
Charles Machine Works, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,087 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Ditch Witch VT12.
| NHTSA campaign | 22V576000 |
|---|---|
| Components | EQUIPMENT › OTHER › LABELS; TIRES |
| Report received | August 4, 2022 |
| Owner notification | December 12, 2022 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Charles Machine Works, Inc. is recalling certain 2020-2022 Ditch Witch VT24, VT12, VT14, and 2022 VT14MV trailers. The vehicle certification label does not have the correct Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) listed. As such, these vehicles fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 120, "Wheels and rims - other than passenger cars."
Safety risk
Incorrect GAWR information may cause the vehicle to become overloaded and result in tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the labels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 12, 2022. Owners may contact Charles Machine Work's customer service at 1-580-572-2223.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 22V576000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Ditch Witch VT12 | 2020, 2021, 2022 |
| Ditch Witch VT14 | 2020, 2021, 2022 |
| Ditch Witch VT14MV | 2022 |
| Ditch Witch VT24 | 2020, 2021, 2022 |
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.