Defect Description For Recall
On Certain Flatbed Utility Trailers, There Is An Insufficient Weld Of The Ramp Hanger Pockets That Store The Ramps When Not In Use On The Left And Right Underside Of The Trailer Bed. If The Weld Is Insufficient, It Could Cause The Ramp Hanger Pocket To Detach, Dropping The Ramp To The Ground Or Roadway.
Make Of Vehicle
BIG TEX
Model Of Vehicle
10CC
Year
2007
Recall Campaign Number
07V304000
Component Description
Equipment:Mechanical:Carrier/Rack
Effect Of Defect
A Failure Of The Ramp Hanger Pockets Could Result In Accidental Damage To Include Personal Injury, Property Damage Or Both.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Inspect And Add Two ‘Hat Brackets’ (One Under Each Hanger Pocket) By Bolting The Bracket To The Underside Of Each Affected Trailer To Further Secure The Ramp Pockets. The Recall Began On August 15, 2007. Owners May Contact Big Tex Trailers At 1-800-594-5637.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Big Tex Trailer Manufacturing, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
20061001
End Of Manufacture
20070430
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
321
Date Owners Notified
20070815
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Big Tex Trailer Manufacturing, Inc.
Date Report Received
20070717