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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 22V498000

2005 Big Tex 16gn | 2014 Big Tex 16gn | 2018 Big Tex 16gn | 2004 Big Tex 16gn | 2008 Big Tex 16gn | 2007 Big Tex 16gn | 2009 Big Tex 16gn | 2010 Big Tex 16gn | 2023 Big Tex 16gn | 2019 Big Tex 16gn | 2017 Big Tex 16gn | 2015 Big Tex 16gn | 2016 Big Tex 16gn | 2020 Big Tex 16gn | 2012 Big Tex 16gn | 2021 Big Tex 16gn | 2006 Big Tex 16gn | 2003 Big Tex 16gn | 2022 Big Tex 16gn | 2013 Big Tex 16gn — Tires: temporary/emergency spare tire

Published July 13, 2022 · Recall initiated: July 11, 2022

Summary

NHTSA records recall 22V498000, published July 13, 2022 and initiated July 11, 2022. Recalling firm: Big Tex Trailer Manufacturing, Inc.; 2005 Big Tex 16gn | 2014 Big Tex 16gn | 2018 Big Tex 16gn | 2004 Big Tex 16gn | 2008 Big Tex 16gn | 2007 Big Tex 16gn | 2009 Big Tex 16gn | 2010 Big Tex 16gn | 2023 Big Tex 16gn | 2019 Big Tex 16gn | 2017 Big Tex 16gn | 2015 Big Tex 16gn | 2016 Big Tex 16gn | 2020 Big Tex 16gn | 2012 Big Tex 16gn | 2021 Big Tex 16gn | 2006 Big Tex 16gn | 2003 Big Tex 16gn | 2022 Big Tex 16gn | 2013 Big Tex 16gn — Tires: temporary/emergency spare tire.

What's the hazard

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.

What to do

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.

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Recall details

Brand
BIG TEX
Model
16GN
Manufacturer
Big Tex Trailer Manufacturing, Inc.
Lot
2005 BIG TEX 16GN | 2014 BIG TEX 16GN | 2018 BIG TEX 16GN | 2004 BIG TEX 16GN | 2008 BIG TEX 16GN | 2007 BIG TEX 16GN | 2009 BIG TEX 16GN | 2010 BIG TEX 16GN | 2023 BIG TEX 16GN | 2019 BIG TEX 16GN | 2017 BIG TEX 16GN | 2015 BIG TEX 16GN | 2016 BIG TEX 16GN | 2020 BIG TEX 16GN | 2012 BIG TEX 16GN | 2021 BIG TEX 16GN | 2006 BIG TEX 16GN | 2003 BIG TEX 16GN | 2022 BIG TEX 16GN | 2013 BIG TEX 16GN
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2005 Big Tex 16gn | 2014 Big Tex 16gn | 2018 Big Tex 16gn | 2004 Big Tex 16gn | 2008 Big Tex 16gn | 2007 Big Tex 16gn | 2009 Big Tex 16gn | 2010 Big Tex 16gn | 2023 Big Tex 16gn | 2019 Big Tex 16gn | 2017 Big Tex 16gn | 2015 Big Tex 16gn | 2016 Big Tex 16gn | 2020 Big Tex 16gn | 2012 Big Tex 16gn | 2021 Big Tex 16gn | 2006 Big Tex 16gn | 2003 Big Tex 16gn | 2022 Big Tex 16gn | 2013 Big Tex 16gn — Tires: temporary/emergency spare tire recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 22V498000 on July 13, 2022. Reported hazard: 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.

What should I do if I have this product?

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.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: BIG TEX. Model: 16GN.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)