Buyer Research

2020 Big Tex 22GN Gooseneck — Should You Buy One?

Typical asking price: $9,000–$14,000. There is 1 high-severity known issue you need to know before handing over a check.

Kestrel Take

A commercial-grade tandem-dual gooseneck from Big Tex — built to haul heavy equipment and machinery with mega ramps and a stout frame. As with any heavy hauler, the brakes, bearings, tire age, coupler, and frame carry serious load and must be inspected closely, and overload abuse is the risk. A well-maintained 22GN is a capable, durable, high-resale equipment trailer; verify the running gear, brakes, ramps, and coupler.

Known Issues for the 2020 Big Tex 22GN Gooseneck

Ranked by wallet impact. These are documented, recurring problems — not freak accidents.

Brakes / bearings / hubs (heavy loads)High — wallet impact

Test all brakes and check bearings/grease/hubs — heavy equipment loads are unforgiving of neglect.

Repair cost range: $300-$1,500

Tire age / load ratingMedium

Check tire date codes and load ratings.

Repair cost range: $400-$1,500

Coupler / ramps / frameMedium

Inspect the gooseneck coupler, mega ramps, and frame for cracks, wear, and overload damage.

Repair cost range: $300-$2,500

Deck / lights / wiringLow

Inspect the deck and verify lights and wiring.

Repair cost range: $100-$1,000

Walk-Away Red Flags

✗Weak brakes / bad bearings
✗Old or under-rated tires
✗Cracked coupler/frame / bent ramps
✗Overload evidence

Good Signs

✓All brakes working, serviced bearings
✓Fresh, rated tires
✓Sound coupler, ramps, and frame

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Known issues on this page are based on documented owner reports, NHTSA complaints, class-action records, and manufacturer technical service bulletins. Individual vehicles vary. A pre-purchase inspection by a trusted mechanic is always worth doing.