Big Tex Trailer Manufacturing, Inc.: Safety Recalls in 2013

Updated on March 19, 2026.

There was 1 safety recall made by Big Tex Trailer Manufacturing, Inc. in 2013. See the detail of the recall below.

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October 17, 2013

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Ramp Gate Latch Failure

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.

NHTSA ID: 13V508000

Component:

# of Units Affected: 7,600

Consequence Summary:

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.

Corrective Action:

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.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 26.85

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