2018 Jerr-Dan Heavy Duty Wrecker
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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These records cover every 2018 Jerr-Dan Heavy Duty Wrecker. To see whether one car still needs a recall repair, decode its VIN or check it with NHTSA.
Recalls
1 recall names the 2018 Jerr-Dan Heavy Duty Wrecker. Newest first.
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.
Risk and remedy
Risk
An unexpected engine shut down can increase the risk of crash.
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.
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10225868Bulletin for Jerr-Dan Heavy Duty Wreckers reminding distributors of the required maintenance outlined in the operators manuals.
- 10206320Service Information Bulletin regarding Steer Axle Alignment on Heavy Duty Wrecker and Rotator Chassis. This communication to Jerr-Dan distributors was a reminder to follow the heavy-duty chassis manufacturer's instructions regarding the need for periodic inspection and tightening of suspension / axle components. This covers any Heavy-Duty Jerr-Dan Wreckers and Rotators (25/35/50T Wreckers, and 50T Rotator).
- 10162854A mounting hardware enhancement that needs to be incorporated into the mouning of the Adjustable Performance Counterweight.
Every Jerr-Dan Heavy Duty Wrecker model year
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