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Vehicle recall 16V504000 · July 5, 2016

2014-2016 Jerr-DAN HDR 1000

If the wrecker is being operated with the remote control, it may be possible for the vehicle mounted controls to remain engaged and continue activating the previously selected…

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary
Jerr-Dan Corporation (Jerr-Dan) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 HDR1000 Wrecker trucks manufactured April 17, 2014 and April 5, 2016, equipped with a JFB body and vehicle mounted controls and remote controls. If the wrecker is being operated with the remote control, it may be possible for the vehicle mounted controls to remain engaged and continue activating the previously selected wrecker function.
Consequence
A sticking control lever may result in unintended movement of the wrecker equipment, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
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.
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

NHTSA campaign
16V504000
Reported to NHTSA
July 5, 2016
Filed by
Jerr-Dan Corporation
Owner notification
August 31, 2016
Vehicles potentially affected
24
Initiated by
the manufacturer
Components
Equipment › Mechanical › Wrecker and wheel lift devices
Recall 16V504000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

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