- 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.
Vehicle safety record
2013 Big Tex 45SS Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2013 Big Tex 45SS have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in October 2013 for the latches / locks / linkages.
NHTSA data checked
Rated once enough 45SS years are on file
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2013 Big Tex 45SS 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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Big Tex 45SS: every year compared
All 45SS years2013 Big Tex 45SS vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 Big Tex 45SS | 0 | 1 | - | |
| 2013 Big Tex 10PI | 1 | 1 | C | Compare |
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Questions about the 2013 Big Tex 45SS
Does the 2013 Big Tex 45SS have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2013 Big Tex 45SS: latches / locks / linkages (October 2013). 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 2013 Big Tex 45SS had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
What should I do if my 2013 Big Tex 45SS 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