The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·16V504000·Announced 2016-07-05

Jerr-Dan Recalls 2014-2016 HDR 1000 Wrecker Trucks Due to Control Defect

Jerr-Dan is recalling 24 model year 2014-2016 HDR 1000 wrecker trucks because vehicle-mounted controls may remain engaged, causing unintended equipment movement and injury risk.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product where injury has not yet been reported, fitting the High severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

Jerr-Dan Corporation is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 HDR 1000 wrecker trucks manufactured between April 17, 2014, and April 5, 2016. The recall affects 24 vehicles equipped with a JFB body, vehicle-mounted controls, and remote controls.

The defect involves the vehicle-mounted controls potentially remaining engaged while the wrecker is operated with the remote control. This can cause the previously selected wrecker function to continue activating, leading to unintended movement of the equipment. This unintended movement increases the risk of injury.

Jerr-Dan will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The recall began on August 31, 2016. Owners may contact Jerr-Dan customer service at 1-717-597-7111 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
JERR-DAN HDR 1000
Brand
JERR-DAN
Manufacturer
Jerr-Dan Corporation
Category
Vehicle — Wrecker Trucks
Hazard
Affected units
24

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • HDR 1000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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