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DITCH WITCH issued a recall on the VT-SERIES TRAILER model
· Published by Transport Canada
Details
Alert type: Recall
Category: Heavy Trailer
Department: Transport Canada
Notification type: Compliance Mfr
System: Label
Units affected: 5
Products
| Model | Make | Model year(s) affected |
|---|---|---|
| VT-SERIES TRAILER | DITCH WITCH | 2021 |
| VT-SERIES TRAILER | DITCH WITCH | 2020 |
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Issue
The compliance label on certain VT24 trailers lists the wrong gross axle weight ratings (GAWR). The label incorrectly lists the capacities as 5,443 kg (12,000 lb.) per axle. The label should instead list the axle capacities as 5,150 kg (11,354 lb.) per axle. This could lead to overloading and cause poor handling or a tire failure.
Safety Risk
Poor handling or a tire failure could cause a loss of control and increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Actions
Charles Machine Works Inc. will mail a new compliance label to each owner. They will also send you a revised operator's manual with the recommended tire pressure and the corrected axle weight ratings. If you would like help to install the label, you can contact your local dealer or the company.