Defect: Jerr-Dan is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 50 Ton Heavy-Duty Wrecker vehicles manufactured April 23, 2009, through July 31, 2012. The mounting hardware used to attach the front or middle of the wrecker frame to the truck chassis may become loose or fracture.
Consequence: If the hardware becomes loose or fractured, the wrecker frame could partially detach from the chassis frame, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy: Jerr-Dan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the mounting bolts with bigger ones, free of charge. The recall began on January 31, 2013. Owners may contact Jerr-Dan at 1-301-745-3713.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Investigations
0 investigations; 0 open.
Manufacturer communications
3 manufacturer communications.
Communications by system
System
Count
EQUIPMENT
2
STEERING
1
STRUCTURE
1
SUSPENSION
1
10225868
Date: 2022-10-10. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT, STRUCTURE.
Bulletin for Jerr-Dan Heavy Duty Wreckers reminding distributors of the required maintenance outlined in the operators manuals.
10206320
Date: 2021-12-20. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STEERING, SUSPENSION.
Service 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 / axl
10089341
Date: 2014-05-06. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT.
JERR-DAN HAS DETERMINED THAT SHEAVE SUPPORT WELDMENTS, ON CERTAIN WRECKRS MAY EXHIBIT INSUFFICIENT WELDS, WHICH COULD RESLT IN A FAILURE OF THE SHEAVE SUPPORT WELDMENT.
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NHTSA's complaints API and bulk file list no complaint for this make, model and model year in this data build.