Recall 12V598 affects 37 2009-2012 Jerr-Dan 50 Ton Wrecker vehicles for loose wrecker-frame mounting hardware. Repair is free at any franchised Jerr-Dan dealer.
Jerr-Dan is recalling 37 2009-2012 50 Ton Wrecker vehicles because mounting hardware that secures the wrecker frame to the truck chassis can loosen or fracture. Loose or fractured hardware can let the wrecker frame partially detach from the chassis, increasing crash or injury risk; the dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The mounting hardware on 2009-2012 Jerr-Dan 50 Ton Wrecker vehicles is the set of bolts, fasteners, and related pieces that attach the front or middle of the wrecker frame to the truck chassis. That connection keeps the wrecker body and lifting structure secured to the chassis while the truck is driven, positioned, and loaded.
On affected wreckers, that mounting hardware can loosen or fracture. Once a fastener loses clamping force or breaks, the frame connection no longer holds the wrecker structure as designed. The problem is in the attachment hardware, not a trim part or accessory, so the concern is the connection between the wrecker frame and the chassis.
There is no warning sign before failure. Because the recall filing does not list an owner-visible symptom, the safer assumption is that the hardware needs dealer inspection rather than waiting for a noise, shake, or visible gap.
Who's affected?
Covers 4 model years tied to the same equipment issue.
| 2009 Jerr-Dan 50 Ton Wrecker | Equipment |
|---|---|
| 2012 Jerr-Dan 50 Ton Wrecker | Equipment |
| 2010 Jerr-Dan 50 Ton Wrecker | Equipment |
| 2011 Jerr-Dan 50 Ton Wrecker | Equipment |
| Units affected | 37 |
The year and model narrow the recall, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
Loose or fractured mounting hardware can let the wrecker frame partially detach from the chassis frame, increasing crash or injury risk. Schedule the recall repair soon, especially before towing work that loads the wrecker frame. Repair will be free at any franchised Jerr-Dan dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2009-2012 Jerr-Dan 50 Ton Wrecker is included in this recall.
- Contact Jerr-Dan customer service at 1-301-745-3713 for the repair path and reference recall number 12V598 when you call.
- Ask a franchised Jerr-Dan service provider about the free larger mounting-bolt replacement that secures the wrecker frame to the truck chassis.
- Bring the owner letter if you have it. The recall began on January 31, 2013.
- Avoid putting the wrecker in service until loose or fractured mounting hardware has been inspected and repaired.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Jerr-Dan technician replaces the mounting bolts that attach the front or middle of the wrecker frame to the truck chassis. The replacement uses larger bolts, and the dealer repair will be free once available. The recall began on January 31, 2013, so contact the dealer before bringing the wrecker in to confirm the repair path and parts status for campaign 12V598.
Timeline
| December 20, 2012 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| January 31, 2013 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 12V598?
Recall 12V598 covers 37 2009-2012 Jerr-Dan 50 Ton Wrecker vehicles with mounting hardware that can loosen or fracture where the wrecker frame attaches to the truck chassis. Jerr-Dan dealers replace the mounting bolts with larger bolts for free.
What should I do if my 2009-2012 Jerr-Dan 50 Ton Wrecker is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific wrecker is included in recall 12V598. If it is, contact a franchised Jerr-Dan dealer to schedule the mounting-bolt replacement. Reference recall number 12V598 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Jerr-Dan dealers replace the affected frame-mounting bolts with larger bolts free of charge under recall 12V598.
What is the safety risk in recall 12V598?
The safety risk is partial separation of the wrecker frame from the truck chassis. In NHTSA campaign 12V598, loose or fractured mounting hardware increases the risk of a crash or injury. If your VIN is included, arrange the free dealer repair.
When did the Jerr-Dan recall repair start?
The recall repair began on January 31, 2013. That means the dealer remedy for recall 12V598 is already open. If your 2009-2012 Jerr-Dan 50 Ton Wrecker is included, schedule the free mounting-bolt replacement with a franchised Jerr-Dan dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/12V598000 |
|---|---|
| Jerr-Dan customer service | 1-301-745-3713 |
| NHTSA recall # | 12V598 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 12V598000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →