Recall 16V504000

EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:WRECKER AND WHEEL LIFT DEVICES

Report Date
20160705
Component
EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:WRECKER AND WHEEL LIFT DEVICES
Affected Vehicles
3 models

Defect Description

Jerr-Dan Corporation (Jerr-Dan) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 HDR1000 Wrecker trucks manufactured April 17, 2014 and April 5, 2016, equipped with a JFB body and vehicle mounted controls and remote controls. If the wrecker is being operated with the remote control, it may be possible for the vehicle mounted controls to remain engaged and continue activating the previously selected wrecker function.

Safety Consequence

A sticking control lever may result in unintended movement of the wrecker equipment, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Jerr-Dan will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles, free of charge. The recall began on August 31, 2016. Owners may contact Jerr-Dan customer service at 1-717-597-7111.

Affected Vehicles

Year Make Model
2014 JERR-DAN HDR 1000
2015 JERR-DAN HDR 1000
2016 JERR-DAN HDR 1000

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.