NHTSA Recall 15V161000: Wrecker and wheel lift devices (equipment)
Jerr-Dan Corporation reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 50 vehicles. It affects 2010 Jerr-Dan Standard Duty Wrecker.
| NHTSA campaign | 15V161000 |
|---|---|
| Component | EQUIPMENT › MECHANICAL › WRECKER AND WHEEL LIFT DEVICES |
| Report received | March 20, 2015 |
| Owner notification | April 24, 2015 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Jerr-Dan Corporation (Jerr-Dan) is recalling certain model year 2010 Standard Duty MPL-NGS, MPL-NG and MPL40 Wreckers manufactured August 3, 2010, through September 30, 2010. In the affected vehicles, the underlift boom tilt cylinder may drift down while a vehicle is being towed.
Safety 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.
Remedy
Jerr-Dan will notify owners and dealers will replace the underlift tilt circuit counterbalance valve, free of charge. The recall began on April 24, 2015. Owners may contact Jerr-Dan customer service at 1-800-926-9666. Note: This recall is an expansion of 14V-248.
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 15V161000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Jerr-Dan Standard Duty Wrecker | 2010 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.