- The problem
- Big Tex Trailer Manufacturing, Inc. (Big Tex Trailer) is recalling certain 2003-2022 16GN trailers. The spare tire mount allows the spare tire to vibrate, which can cause the joint between the spare tire mount and the trailer to fatigue and eventually fail.
- The risk
- Spare tire mount failure can allow the spare tire to detach from the trailer and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will relocate and reinforce the spare tire mount, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 9, 2022. Owners may contact Big Tex Trailer's customer service at 1-800-594-5637.
Vehicle safety record
2012 Big Tex 16GN Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2012 Big Tex 16GN have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in July 2022 for the temporary / emergency spare tire.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical 16GN year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2012 Big Tex 16GN recalls 1
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
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No complaints about the 2012 Big Tex 16GN yet
No owner has filed a complaint about this vehicle with NHTSA. If yours has a problem, share it here and report it to NHTSA.
Big Tex 16GN: every year compared
All 16GN years2012 Big Tex 16GN vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 Big Tex 16GN | 0 | 1 | C | |
| 2012 Big Tex 22GN | 1 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 2012 Big Tex 25GN | 1 | 1 | A | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2012 Big Tex 16GN
Does the 2012 Big Tex 16GN have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2012 Big Tex 16GN: temporary / emergency spare tire (July 2022). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 2012 Big Tex 16GN had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2012 Big Tex 16GN a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 50 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical Big Tex 16GN year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
What should I do if my 2012 Big Tex 16GN has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data