Key Takeaway

ADAPTER FITTINGS/BRENNAN by BIG TEX TRAILER MANUFACTURING, INC. was recalled on June 16, 2011. What to do: 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...

NHTSA Ongoing

ADAPTER FITTINGS/BRENNAN

Recalled: June 16, 2011 ~800 units affected 11V328

Description

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.

Injuries / Consequence

A FALLING DUMP BED COULD RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY, DEATH, AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.

Remedy

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.

Products Affected

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Company Information

BIG TEX TRAILER MANUFACTURING, INC.

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How do I check if my product is affected?

Compare the model number, lot code, serial number, or date range listed in the recall notice with the information on your product's label or packaging. For vehicles, check your VIN at NHTSA.gov/Recalls.

What remedy is available for this recall?

The listed remedy for this recall is: 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...

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