BIG TEX 2011 BIG TEX 14GX Recall
Hazard assessment based on recall description.
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According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2011 BIG TEX 14GX
Brand
BIG TEX
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2011
BIG TEX TRAILER MANUFACTURING, INC. is recalling certain 2011 BIG TEX 14GX vehicles due to equipment adaptive/mobility issues. A FALLING DUMP BED COULD RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY, DEATH, AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
BIG TEX IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 10LP, 10LX, 12LP, 12LX, 14GX, 14LX, 14OD, 50DS AND 70LP DUMP TRAILERS MANUFACTURED FROM FEBRUARY 24, 2011, THROUGH JUNE 6, 2011, AND EQUIPPED WITH BRENNAN HYDRAULIC HOSE ADAPTER FITTINGS. THE ADAPTER FITTINGS HAVE BEEN IDENTIFIED AS BEING DEFECTIVE IN THAT THEY MAY CAUSE A PIECE OF THE FITTING TO SHEAR OFF OR MAY RESULT IN A HYDRAULIC LEAK. IF THE ADAPTER FITTING FAILS, IT COULD CAUSE THE DUMP BED TO FREE FALL FROM A RAISED POSITION.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
A FALLING DUMP BED COULD RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY, DEATH, AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ADAPTER FITTINGS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR BEFORE JULY 31, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BIG TEX TRAILER TOLL FREE AT 1-800-594-5637 EXT. 2121 OR THE REGULAR PHONE NUMBER AT (903) 575-0300 EXT. 2121.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026