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Campaign 13V508 Posted October 17, 2013 7,600 units

2013-2014 Big Tex Utility Trailer Recall 13V508: Latches

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Reviewed by the RecallNotify editorial team
Published June 2, 2026

Recall 13V508 affects 7,600 2013-2014 Big Tex utility trailers for ramp-gate latch failure. Repair is free at any franchised Big Tex dealer.

Big Tex is recalling 7,600 2013-2014 utility trailers, including the 29SA and 70TV, because towing vibration can make the fold-flat ramp gate latches fail. If both latches fail, the ramp gate can drop and drag behind the trailer, which increases crash risk; the Big Tex dealer repair will be free once available.

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What's wrong?

The fold flat ramp gate on these 2013-2014 Big Tex utility trailers is the rear loading ramp that folds down for loading and then folds flat for travel. Its latches are the locking points that hold the ramp gate in place while the trailer is being towed. When they stay engaged, the ramp remains secured behind the trailer.

On affected 10PI, 12PI, 14PI, 29SA, 30AA, 30LS, 30SA, 30SV, 35AA, 35LS, 35SA, 35SV, 45LA, 45SS, 50LA, 50SA, 60SP, 70LR, 70PI, 70SP, and 70TV trailers, towing vibration can work against those ramp gate latches. The repeated shaking can cause the latch system to fail, leaving the ramp gate unsecured instead of locked for road travel.

There is no warning sign before failure. Before towing, check that the ramp gate is fully seated and latched, and stop using the trailer if the latch does not hold securely.

Who's affected?

Spans multiple Big Tex trailer lines across 2013 and 2014, all tied to the same latch, lock, and linkage component.

2014 Big Tex 29SA Latches/locks/linkages
2013 Big Tex 70TV Latches/locks/linkages
2014 Big Tex 70TV Latches/locks/linkages
2014 Big Tex 70SP Latches/locks/linkages
2013 Big Tex 70LR Latches/locks/linkages
Units affected7,600

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?

If both ramp gate latches fail while the trailer is being towed, the ramp gate can drop from its stowed position and drag behind the trailer, increasing crash risk. Inspect the gate before towing and schedule the latch repair soon. Repair will be free at any franchised Big Tex dealer once available.

What should I do?

  1. Check your VIN to confirm your 2013-2014 Big Tex utility trailer is included in this recall.
  2. Contact Big Tex at 1-800-594-5637 for repair instructions for your VIN.
  3. Ask about the free supplemental gate latch installation that helps keep the fold-flat ramp gate latched while towing.
  4. Reference recall number 13V508 when you call Big Tex or the dealer.
  5. Secure the ramp gate before towing, and stop using the trailer if the ramp gate latches do not hold.

What happens at the repair

At the dealer, a Big Tex technician installs a supplemental gate latch on the fold flat ramp gate system. The added latch is designed to keep the ramp gate secured when towing vibrations stress the original latches. Big Tex's remedy notes that the recall began on December 10, 2013, but this page does not show an available remedy status. The final dealer repair will be free once available, with parts and labor covered under the recall.

Timeline

October 17, 2013 NHTSA published the recall
December 10, 2013 Owner notification mailed

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 13V508?

Recall 13V508 covers 7,600 2013-2014 Big Tex utility trailers with fold flat ramp gate systems. Towing vibration can cause both ramp gate latches to fail, letting the gate fall into the down position and drag behind the trailer. Big Tex dealers install a supplemental gate latch for free.

What should I do if my 2013-2014 Big Tex utility trailer is on this recall?

Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 13V508. If it is, contact a franchised Big Tex dealer to schedule the supplemental gate latch installation. Reference recall number 13V508 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 dealers install the supplemental gate latch free of charge. You can also contact Big Tex at 1-800-594-5637 with recall number 13V508.

What is the safety risk with recall 13V508?

The safety risk is that both ramp gate latches can fail while the trailer is being towed. If that happens, the ramp gate can fall from the upright position, drag behind the trailer, and increase crash risk. The free dealer repair adds a supplemental gate latch.

What if I bought my Big Tex trailer used?

The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the trailer, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific 2013-2014 Big Tex trailer is included, then call a Big Tex dealer and reference recall number 13V508.

More information

NHTSA campaign pagenhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/13V508000
Big Tex customer service1-800-594-5637
NHTSA recall #13V508
NHTSA recall # (full)13V508000

Source documents

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 →