Recall 11V328 covers 800 2011 Big Tex dump trailers with defective hydraulic hose adapter fittings. Repair is free at any franchised Big Tex dealer.
Big Tex is recalling 800 2011 dump trailers, including 14GX and 10LP models, because defective Brennan hydraulic hose adapter fittings can shear off or leak. If the fitting fails while the dump bed is raised, the bed can free fall and cause injury, death, or property damage; the dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
These 2011 Big Tex dump trailers use a hydraulic lift system to raise and lower the dump bed. The hydraulic hose adapter fitting connects the hose to that system, so pressurized fluid can move through the line and power the bed lift. That fitting has to stay intact while the bed is raised, loaded, and lowered.
On affected trailers, the Brennan hydraulic hose adapter fitting is defective. A piece of the fitting can shear off, or the fitting can leak hydraulic fluid. Either failure takes pressure out of the lift system. If the fitting fails while the dump bed is raised, the bed can free fall from that raised position.
There is no warning sign before failure. A visible hydraulic leak means the system needs attention, but the recall does not identify a reliable early warning before the fitting breaks or loses pressure.
Who's affected?
Spans 9 Big Tex trailer models from the 2011 model year, all tied to equipment adaptive/mobility equipment.
| 2011 Big Tex 14GX | Equipment adaptive/mobility |
|---|---|
| 2011 Big Tex 10LP | Equipment adaptive/mobility |
| 2011 Big Tex 70LP | Equipment adaptive/mobility |
| 2011 Big Tex 14OD | Equipment adaptive/mobility |
| 2011 Big Tex 12LX | Equipment adaptive/mobility |
| 2011 Big Tex 14LX | Equipment adaptive/mobility |
| 2011 Big Tex 12LP | Equipment adaptive/mobility |
| 2011 Big Tex 50DS | Equipment adaptive/mobility |
| 2011 Big Tex 10LX | Equipment adaptive/mobility |
| Units affected | 800 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
A dump bed that falls unexpectedly can cause personal injury, death, or property damage. Keep people clear of the raised bed and stop using the dump function if the bed does not stay supported. Schedule the recall repair soon. Repair will be free at any franchised Big Tex dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2011 Big Tex 14GX, 10LP, 70LP, 14OD, 12LX, 14LX, 12LP, 50DS, or 10LX dump trailer is included in this recall.
- Contact Big Tex customer service at 1-800-594-5637 to confirm repair timing for recall number 11V328.
- Schedule the free adapter-fitting replacement that fixes the hydraulic leak or fitting failure tied to the falling dump bed risk.
- Bring the recall notice if Big Tex mailed one, or reference recall number 11V328 when you call.
- Lower the dump bed before inspection or service, and keep people clear of the bed until the adapter fittings are replaced.
What happens at the repair
Big Tex's remedy is to replace the Brennan hydraulic hose adapter fittings free of charge. The scheduling status for this recall is not stated here, so confirm with a Big Tex dealer before bringing in the trailer. Once the repair is available for your trailer, a Big Tex technician replaces the adapter fittings tied to the dump-bed hydraulic system. Parts and labor are covered under the recall.
Timeline
| June 15, 2011 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| July 5, 2011 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 11V328?
Recall 11V328 covers 800 2011 Big Tex dump trailers with defective Brennan hydraulic hose adapter fittings. The fittings can shear or leak hydraulic fluid. If a fitting fails while the dump bed is raised, the bed can free fall. Big Tex dealers replace the adapter fittings for free.
What should I do if my 2011 Big Tex 14GX, 10LP, 70LP, 14OD, 12LX, 14LX, 12LP, 50DS, or 10LX is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 11V328. If it is, contact a Big Tex dealer to schedule replacement of the Brennan hydraulic hose adapter fittings. Reference recall number 11V328 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the Big Tex recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Big Tex says dealers will replace the affected adapter fittings free of charge. Ask the dealer to confirm the recall repair before authorizing related non-recall work.
What is the safety risk with recall 11V328?
The safety risk is a falling dump bed. If the defective hydraulic adapter fitting shears or leaks while the bed is raised, the bed can free fall and cause personal injury, death, or property damage. Keep people clear of the raised bed until the fittings are replaced.
What if I bought the Big Tex trailer used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recalls follow the trailer, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your 2011 Big Tex dump trailer is included, then call a Big Tex dealer with recall number 11V328 and ask to schedule the free adapter-fitting replacement.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/11V328000 |
|---|---|
| Big Tex customer service | 1-800-594-5637 |
| NHTSA recall # | 11V328 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 11V328000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →