Recall 10V237 affects 278 2010 Bigtex 14LX and 14GX dump trailers with under-rated loading ramps. Bigtex replaces the ramps for free.
Bigtex is recalling 278 2010 14LX and 14GX dump trailers because the 7-foot loading ramps are not strong enough for the trailer's rated loads. When equipment exceeds the ramp rating, the ramps can bend or fail and injure someone; the Bigtex dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The 7-foot loading ramps on the 2010 Bigtex 14LX and 14GX dump trailers are the metal ramps used to move equipment between the ground and the trailer deck. During loading or unloading, each ramp has to carry the equipment's weight as it climbs onto or rolls off the trailer. The ramps are part of the trailer's equipment, not the brake or hitch system.
On affected trailers, the ramps are not strong enough for the weight loads these dump trailers are designed to handle. A ramp that lacks enough strength can bend, crack, or give way while equipment is moving across it. That failure can make the equipment drop or shift during loading or unloading.
There is no warning sign before failure. Inspecting the ramp before use is still sensible, but the recall problem is the ramp's strength, not a specific noise, light, or visible symptom.
Who's affected?
Covers both 14LX and 14GX trailer models for the 2010 model year, with the same equipment component listed for each.
| 2010 Bigtex 14LX | Equipment |
|---|---|
| 2010 Bigtex 14GX | Equipment |
| Units affected | 278 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
Ramps used above their weight rating can bend or fail and cause injury during loading or unloading. Check the ramp rating before moving equipment, and stop using ramps that are bent, damaged, or paired with equipment above the rating. Repair will be free at any franchised Bigtex dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2010 Bigtex 14LX or 14GX dump trailer is included in this recall.
- Contact Bigtex customer service at 1-800-594-5637 to ask about the free ramp exchange.
- Reference recall number 10V237 when you call.
- Avoid loading or unloading equipment with the recalled ramps until Bigtex confirms the ramp exchange is complete.
What happens at the repair
Bigtex's notice says owners were notified after the safety recall began on June 7, 2010. The repair path is a free ramp exchange: a Bigtex service technician removes the original 7 foot loading ramps and installs properly weight rated replacement ramps for the trailer. Because the remedy status in this record is not marked available, confirm the current handling before hauling equipment or arriving for service. The final dealer repair will be free once available, with the ramp exchange covered under recall 10V237.
Timeline
| June 1, 2010 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| June 7, 2010 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 10V237?
Recall 10V237 covers 278 2010 Bigtex 14LX and 14GX dump trailers with 7-foot loading ramps that lack enough strength for the trailer weight loads. Bigtex exchanges the ramps for properly weight rated ramps free of charge.
What should I do if my 2010 Bigtex 14LX or 14GX is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 10V237. If it is, do not use the loading ramps for equipment over the ramp rating. Call Bigtex at 1-800-594-5637 to arrange the free ramp exchange.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to perform recall repairs at no cost, and Bigtex will exchange the affected loading ramps with properly weight rated ramps free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is ramp bending or ramp failure during loading or unloading. If equipment over the ramp rating is moved on the trailer ramps, the ramps can fail and cause injury. The fix is a free exchange for properly weight rated ramps.
When did Bigtex start the recall repair?
Bigtex began the safety recall on June 7, 2010. Owners with an included 2010 14LX or 14GX dump trailer can contact Bigtex at 1-800-594-5637 to arrange the free ramp exchange.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/10V237000 |
|---|---|
| Bigtex customer service | 1-800-594-5637 |
| NHTSA recall # | 10V237 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 10V237000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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