NHTSA recall 19V492000
Engine
Jerr-Dan Heavy Duty Wrecker
Reported Jun 26, 201933 vehicles affectedJerr-Dan CorporationBuilt May 9, 2018 – Jun 4, 2019
The defect
Jerr-Dan Corporation (Jerr-Dan) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Heavy Duty Wrecker vehicles equipped with the optional recovery remote control. If the remote and control system switch is not turned off by the operator, after three minutes of remote inactivity, the truck's engine may unexpectedly shut down.
The risk
An unexpected engine shut down can increase the risk of crash.
The remedy
Jerr-Dan will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the remote, free of charge. The recall began August 15, 2019. Owners may contact Jerr-Dan customer service at 1-800-926-9666.