Recall 14V-248: 2007–2014 Jerr-Dan Standard Duty Wrecker

Jerr-Dan Corporation recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on May 13, 2014, covering about 2,303 vehicles.

NHTSA number
14V-248
Report date
May 13, 2014
Vehicles affected
2,303
Owners notified
Jul 7, 2014

The problem

Jerr-Dan Corporation (Jerr-Dan) is recalling certain model year 2007-2014 Standard Duty Wreckers manufactured November 1, 2007, through March 3, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the underlift boom tilt cylinder may drift down while a vehicle is being towed.

The risk

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.

The fix

Jerr-Dan will notify owners and dealers will replace the underlift tilt circuit counterbalance valve, free of charge. The recall began in July 2014. Owners may contact Jerr-Dan customer service at 1-800-926-9666.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerJerr-Dan Corporation
ComponentEquipment › Mechanical › Wrecker and Wheel Lift Devices
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number14V248000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Jerr-Dan Standard Duty Wrecker2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 14V-248?

Jerr-Dan Corporation (Jerr-Dan) is recalling certain model year 2007-2014 Standard Duty Wreckers manufactured November 1, 2007, through March 3, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the underlift boom tilt cylinder may drift down while a vehicle is being towed.

How is recall 14V-248 fixed?

Jerr-Dan will notify owners and dealers will replace the underlift tilt circuit counterbalance valve, free of charge. The recall began in July 2014. Owners may contact Jerr-Dan customer service at 1-800-926-9666.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.