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Big Tex recall 25V136000 - Winch
NHTSA · February 28, 2025
- NHTSA recall campaign 25V136000 (Big Tex), reported .
- Potentially affected vehicles: 48.
- Component: Winch.
- Details as of ; the linked official notice is authoritative for lot codes, VINs, and remedies.
- Agency
- NHTSA
- Posted
- Recalling firm
- Big Tex Trailer Manufacturing, Inc.
- Source ID
- 25V136000
How this recall compares
- NHTSA's recalls file lists 9 recall campaigns from Big Tex Trailer Manufacturing, Inc since 2010, 1 of them reported in 2025.
- At 48 vehicles, it is larger than 24% of the 994 NHTSA campaigns from 2025 with a count of potentially affected vehicles.
Defect
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.
Corrective action
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.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Big Tex | 14Rb | 2025 |
| Big Tex | 14Rd | 2025 |
| Big Tex | 16Rb | 2025 |
| Big Tex | 16Rd | 2025 |
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