NHTSA Recall 07V304000: Carrier/rack (equipment)
BIG TEX TRAILER MANUFACTURING, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 321 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Big Tex 10CC.
| NHTSA campaign | 07V304000 |
|---|---|
| Component | EQUIPMENT › MECHANICAL › CARRIER/RACK |
| Report received | July 17, 2007 |
| Owner notification | August 15, 2007 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain flatbed utility trailers, there is an insufficient weld of the ramp hanger pockets that store the ramps when not in use on the left and right underside of the trailer bed. If the weld is insufficient, it could cause the ramp hanger pocket to detach, dropping the ramp to the ground or roadway.
Safety risk
A failure of the ramp hanger pockets could result in accidental damage to include personal injury, property damage or both.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and add two 'hat brackets' (one under each hanger pocket) by bolting the bracket to the underside of each affected trailer to further secure the ramp pockets. The recall began on august 15, 2007. Owners may contact big tex trailers at 1-800-594-5637.
Notes
Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 07V304000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.