Defect Description For Recall
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.
Make Of Vehicle
BIG TEX
Model Of Vehicle
45LA
Year
2013
Recall Campaign Number
13V508000
Component Description
Latches/Locks/Linkages
Effect Of Defect
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.
Fix Defect
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.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Big Tex Trailer Manufacturing, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
20130301
End Of Manufacture
20130930
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
7600
Date Owners Notified
20131210
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Big Tex Trailer Manufacturing, Inc.
Date Report Received
20131017