Big Tex Trailer Manufacturing, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #07V304000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 07V304000 by Big Tex Trailer Manufacturing, Inc.. Includes 321 affected units, RAMP HANGER POCKET, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

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.

Corrective Action

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.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 07V304000

Manufacturer: Big Tex Trailer Manufacturing, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2007-07-17T00:00:00

Subject: Ramp hanger pocket

Component: Equipment

Potentially Affected Units: 321

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: 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.

Consequence Summary: A failure of the ramp hanger pockets could result in accidental damage to include personal injury, property damage or both.

Corrective Action: 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.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-b875_ernu_rjic

NHTSA ID: 07V304000

Position: N/A

Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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