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- ENGINE
- Problem
- 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
- 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.
- 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.
What this recall means for you
Certain heavy duty wrecker trucks equipped with the optional recovery remote control can have their engine shut down unexpectedly. If the remote and control system switch is not turned off by the operator, the engine may stop after three minutes of remote inactivity.
An unexpected engine shutdown can increase the risk of a crash, particularly if it happens while the truck is being operated in traffic or during a recovery operation. Owners should be careful when using the remote control and make sure the control system switch is turned off when the remote is not in use.
The remedy is free. Jerr-Dan will notify owners, and an authorized dealer will reprogram the remote at no cost. The recall began August 15, 2019. Owners can contact Jerr-Dan customer service at 1-800-926-9666, and should check their vehicle identification number (VIN) for any open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Jerr-Dan Heavy Duty Wrecker | 20182019 |
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