Jerr-Dan recalls XLP Carrier kits over brake and reverse lights installed wrongly
The reverse and brake lights may have been put in the wrong place or have the wrong color or number of lights, which can make it harder for other drivers to see when the carrier brakes, turns or reverses.
What to do
Dealers will inspect and repair the carrier for free. Owners can contact Jerr-Dan customer service at 1-800-926-9666.
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Recall details
- Product
- Jerr-Dan Xlp Carrier Kit
- Company
- Jerr-Dan Corporation
- Hazard
- Inadequate rear lighting can reduce vehicle visibility or fail to alert other drivers when the vehicle is braking, turning, or reversing, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Units
- 35 pieces of equipment
- Reported to NHTSA
- May 19, 2026
- Identifiers
- NHTSA campaign number: 26E031000
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Official notice
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- Component
- EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
- Defect
- Jerr-Dan Corporation (Jerr-Dan) is recalling certain XLP Carrier kits. The reverse and brake light assemblies may have been installed in the wrong location with the incorrect color or number of lights. As such, the carriers fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices and Associated Equipment."
- Consequence
- Inadequate rear lighting can reduce vehicle visibility or fail to alert other drivers when the vehicle is braking, turning, or reversing, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action
- Dealers will inspect and repair the carrier, free of charge. Owners may contact Jerr-Dan customer service at 1-800-926-9666.
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