Recall 11V-328: 2011 Big Tex 10LP, 2011 Big Tex 10LX and 7 more
BIG TEX TRAILER MANUFACTURING, INC. recall for equipment adaptive/mobility, reported to NHTSA on Jun 15, 2011, covering about 800 vehicles.
The problem
Big tex is recalling certain model year 2011 10lp, 10lx, 12lp, 12lx, 14gx, 14lx, 14od, 50ds and 70lp dump trailers manufactured from february 24, 2011, through june 6, 2011, and equipped with brennan hydraulic hose adapter fittings. The adapter fittings have been identified as being defective in that they may cause a piece of the fitting to shear off or may result in a hydraulic leak. If the adapter fitting fails, it could cause the dump bed to free fall from a raised position.
The risk
A falling dump bed could result in personal injury, death, and/or property damage.
The fix
Dealers will replace the adapter fittings free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before july 31, 2011. Owners may contact big tex trailer toll free at 1-800-594-5637 ext. 2121 or the regular phone number at (903) 575-0300 ext. 2121.
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 Adaptive/Mobility |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 11V328000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Big Tex 10LP | 2011 | All years |
| Big Tex 10LX | 2011 | All years |
| Big Tex 12LP | 2011 | All years |
| Big Tex 12LX | 2011 | All years |
| Big Tex 14GX | 2011 | All years |
| Big Tex 14LX | 2011 | All years |
| Big Tex 14OD | 2011 | All years |
| Big Tex 50DS | 2011 | All years |
| Big Tex 70LP | 2011 | All years |
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 11V-328?
Big tex is recalling certain model year 2011 10lp, 10lx, 12lp, 12lx, 14gx, 14lx, 14od, 50ds and 70lp dump trailers manufactured from february 24, 2011, through june 6, 2011, and equipped with brennan hydraulic hose adapter fittings. The adapter fittings have been identified as being defective in that they may cause a piece of the fitting to shear off or may result in a hydraulic leak. If the adapter fitting fails, it could cause the dump bed to free fall from a raised position.
How is recall 11V-328 fixed?
Dealers will replace the adapter fittings free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before july 31, 2011. Owners may contact big tex trailer toll free at 1-800-594-5637 ext. 2121 or the regular phone number at (903) 575-0300 ext. 2121.
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.