Big Tex Trailer Manufacturing, Inc. (Big Tex Trailer) is recalling certain 14RB, 14RD, 16RB, and 16RD trailers. The winch mounting hardware may be undersized and allow the winch to detach from the winch mount.
Compare the exact product and every lot, model, serial range or date listed in the official notice. A similar name alone does not establish that your product is included.
Identifiers in this source record
2025 BIG TEX 14RDPart: Big Tex PN 69009702025 BIG TEX 14RB2025 BIG TEX 16RD2025 BIG TEX 16RBVehicle: VIN plus the year, make and model. Car seat or equipment: Manufacturer, model and production date from the label. Tire: Brand, tire line, size and DOT tire identification number.
Read the vehicles identification guideWhy this notice was issued
A winch that detaches can result in falling cargo, creating a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Official action
Dealers will inspect and repair the winch, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 17, 2025. Owners may contact Big Tex Trailer customer service at 1-800-594-5637.
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Read the full official instructionsProduct & source details
- Product
- 2025 BIG TEX 14RD
- Brand or manufacturer
- BIG TEX
- Source
- NHTSA
- Notice type
- Recall
- Source reference
- 25V136000
- Category
- Vehicles & road safety