Jerr-dan Standard Duty Wrecker recalled over injury risk

Recall date

March 20, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Jerr-Dan Corporation recalls 2010 Jerr-dan Standard Duty Wrecker

Recall number

15V161000

Brand / firm

Jerr-dan

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 50 units

Why it was recalled

If the underlift boom tilt cylinder drifts down during towing, the vehicle that is being towed may contact the road surface, increasing the risk of the vehicle crash.

What was recalled

Jerr-Dan Corporation (Jerr-Dan) is recalling certain model year 2010 Standard Duty MPL-NGS, MPL-NG and MPL40 Wreckers manufactured August 3, 2010, through September 30, 2010. In the affected vehicles, the underlift boom tilt cylinder may drift down while a vehicle is being towed.

What to do

Jerr-Dan will notify owners and dealers will replace the underlift tilt circuit counterbalance valve, free of charge. The recall began on April 24, 2015. Owners may contact Jerr-Dan customer service at 1-800-926-9666. Note: This recall is an expansion of 14V-248.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.