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Recall 13V-508: 2013–2014 Big Tex 10PI, 2013–2014 Big Tex 12PI and 19 more

Big Tex Trailer Manufacturing, Inc. recall for latches/locks/linkages, reported to NHTSA on Oct 17, 2013, covering about 7,600 vehicles.

NHTSA number
13V-508
Report date
Oct 17, 2013
Vehicles affected
7,600
Owners notified
Dec 10, 2013

The problem

Big Tex Trailer Manufacturing (Big Tex) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 10PI, 12PI, 14PI, 29SA, 30AA, 30LS, 30SA, 30SV, 35AA, 35LS, 35SA, 35SV, 45LA, 45SS, 50LA, 50SA, 60SP, 70LR, 70PI, 70SP, and 70TV utility trailers manufactured March 2013, through September 30, 2013. The affected trailers are equipped with a fold flat ramp gate system. Vibrations from towing the trailer may cause the ramp gate latches to fail.

The risk

Should both ramp gate latches fail while the trailer is in tow, the ramp gate will fall from the upright, stowed position into the down position, and be dragged behind the trailer. This could result in an increased risk of a crash.

The fix

Big Tex will notify owners, and dealers will install a supplemental gate latch, free of charge. The recall began on December 10, 2013. Owners may contact Big Tex at 1-800-594-5637.

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.

Recall details

ManufacturerBig Tex Trailer Manufacturing, Inc.
ComponentLatches/Locks/Linkages
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number13V508000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Big Tex 10PI2013, 2014All years
Big Tex 12PI2013, 2014All years
Big Tex 14PI2013, 2014All years
Big Tex 29SA2013, 2014All years
Big Tex 30AA2013, 2014All years
Big Tex 30LS2013, 2014All years
Big Tex 30SA2013, 2014All years
Big Tex 30SV2013, 2014All years
Big Tex 35AA2013, 2014All years
Big Tex 35LS2013, 2014All years
Big Tex 35SA2013, 2014All years
Big Tex 35SV2013, 2014All years
Big Tex 45LA2013, 2014All years
Big Tex 45SS2013, 2014All years
Big Tex 50LA2013, 2014All years
Big Tex 50SA2013, 2014All years
Big Tex 60SP2013, 2014All years
Big Tex 70LR2013, 2014All years
Big Tex 70PI2013, 2014All years
Big Tex 70SP2013, 2014All years
Big Tex 70TV2013, 2014All 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 13V-508?

Big Tex Trailer Manufacturing (Big Tex) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 10PI, 12PI, 14PI, 29SA, 30AA, 30LS, 30SA, 30SV, 35AA, 35LS, 35SA, 35SV, 45LA, 45SS, 50LA, 50SA, 60SP, 70LR, 70PI, 70SP, and 70TV utility trailers manufactured March 2013, through September 30, 2013. The affected trailers are equipped with a fold flat ramp gate system. Vibrations from towing the trailer may cause the ramp gate latches to fail.

How is recall 13V-508 fixed?

Big Tex will notify owners, and dealers will install a supplemental gate latch, free of charge. The recall began on December 10, 2013. Owners may contact Big Tex 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.