Big Tex 16GN: Tires — temporary/emergency spare tire

Affects Big Tex 16GN · 2003–2023 — about 2K vehicles.

The hazard

Spare tire mount failure can allow the spare tire to detach from the trailer and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Dealers will relocate and reinforce the spare tire mount, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 9, 2022. Owners may contact Big Tex Trailer's customer service at 1-800-594-5637.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational