Recall 10V-237: 2010 Bigtex 14GX, 2010 Bigtex 14LX
BIG TEX TRAILER MANUFACTURING, INC. recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Jun 1, 2010, covering about 278 vehicles.
The problem
Big tex is recalling certain model year 2010 14gx and 14lx dump trailers manufactured from march 20 through may 11, 2010. The 7' ramps used for loading and unloading equipment are not sufficient in strength for the weight loads of the trailers.
The risk
If the ramps are used to load or unload a piece of equipment that exceeds the weight rating of the ramps, the ramps could bend or fail, possibly resulting in injury.
The fix
Big tex will notify owners and will exchange the ramps with properly weight rated ramps free of charge. The safety recall began on june 7, 2010. Owners may contact big tex toll-free at 1-800-594-5637.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Recall details
| Manufacturer | BIG TEX TRAILER MANUFACTURING, INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Equipment |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 10V237000 |
Vehicles in this recall
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 10V-237?
Big tex is recalling certain model year 2010 14gx and 14lx dump trailers manufactured from march 20 through may 11, 2010. The 7' ramps used for loading and unloading equipment are not sufficient in strength for the weight loads of the trailers.
How is recall 10V-237 fixed?
Big tex will notify owners and will exchange the ramps with properly weight rated ramps free of charge. The safety recall began on june 7, 2010. Owners may contact big tex toll-free at 1-800-594-5637.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.