NHTSA Vehicles recall ·

2025 BIG TEX 14RB and 3 more recall: Incorrectly Installed Winch May Detach

Recall number
25V136000
Date
Manufacturer
Big Tex Trailer Manufacturing, Inc.
Category
Vehicles › Equipment
Recall type
Vehicle
Units affected
48
Hazard tags
Fall Crash risk Injury risk

Read the official NHTSA notice ↗

Product

Equipment

Affected vehicles

MakeModelModel years
BIG TEX14RB2025
BIG TEX14RD2025
BIG TEX16RB2025
BIG TEX16RD2025

Not every vehicle of these models is affected. Enter your 17-character VIN on NHTSA.gov to check your vehicle.

Why was it recalled?

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.

Consequence

A winch that detaches can result in falling cargo, creating a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

What should you do?

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.

Manufacturer campaign number

NR (Not Reported)

Source: NHTSA (vehicles), recall 25V136000. Official notice. Republished from public data; RecallFlag is not affiliated with the NHTSA.