Semi Truck Fuel Delivery in Scranton, PA | 24/7 Emergency Diesel to Your Truck
Ran out of diesel on I-81, I-84, I-380 or a back road in Northeast Pennsylvania? Richardson Roadside Assistance brings on-road diesel and DEF straight to your semi, box truck or reefer day, night, weekends and holidays. Average on-scene time is 30 to 60 minutes anywhere within 50 miles of Scranton.
When your semi runs dry, every minute costs money
Running out of fuel in a semi truck isn’t just an inconvenience it’s late deliveries, angry dispatchers, HOS clock burning, potential tow bills, and the very real risk of air getting into your fuel system. On the shoulder of I-81 outside Scranton or on a two-lane in Wyoming County, waiting hours for the nearest truck stop to send help simply isn’t an option. That’s exactly why Richardson Roadside Assistance built a dedicated 24-hour semi truck fuel delivery service for Northeast Pennsylvania.
We’re a locally-owned mobile fuel and roadside company based at 1516 W Gibson St, Scranton, PA 18504, run by owner-operator Daniel J Richardson. Trucks are our specialty roughly 80% of our calls are Class 7 and Class 8 rigs, tractor-trailers, straight trucks, dump trucks, and reefers. We understand what happens when a diesel engine goes dry, and we show up ready to get you rolling on the first try.
What our semi truck includes fuel delivery service
On-Road Diesel Delivery (#2 ULSD)
Fresh, clean ultra-low-sulfur diesel pumped directly into your saddle tanks. We bring 20–100 gallons per call more for fleet or yard drops.
DEF (Diesel Exhaust Fluid) Delivery
Sealed DEF jugs delivered to trucks in derate or shutdown. Great for post-2010 emissions systems on Cummins, Detroit, PACCAR, Volvo and CAT.
Reefer & Generator Refueling
Don’t lose your load. We top off reefer tanks and auxiliary gensets so your temperature-controlled freight stays in spec.
Fuel System Priming & Bleeding
Ran the tank all the way dry? Our on-site mobile mechanic can prime, bleed and restart your engine so you’re not stuck cranking on the shoulder.
Fleet & Yard Fuel Runs
Scheduled or on-call fuel drops for local fleets, construction sites, and yards throughout Lackawanna and Luzerne counties.
Combined Roadside Service
Need a tire, jump-start or a mobile mechanic while we’re already there? We handle it in one visit one call to (570) 309-2516.
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Why NEPA drivers and dispatchers call Richardson first
30–60 Minute ETAs
Local dispatch based in Scranton we're already on your side of the mountain.
Truck-First Company
80% of our work is semis. We know saddle tanks, cross-overs, air-in-the-lines and DEF derates.
Upfront Pricing
You get the diesel price per gallon plus a flat service fee quoted on the call. No surprises.
Real 24/7 Coverage
Nights, weekends, holidays, snowstorms. A real person answers not a call center.
Insured & Professional
Clean equipment, uniformed techs, and safe handling of diesel and DEF on the shoulder.
One-Stop Roadside
Fuel, tires, jump-starts, mobile mechanic and towing all under one phone number.
How emergency semi fuel delivery works
Call (570) 309-2516
Tell us your exact location (mile marker, exit, or dropped pin), the amount of diesel you need, and whether you also need DEF.
Get a firm price & ETA
We quote the total cost fuel + service fee and text you an ETA before we roll.
We arrive & fuel your truck
Uniformed tech pumps diesel directly into your tanks, adds DEF if needed, and helps prime the system.
You get back on the road
Pay by card, cash, Comdata or EFS. We hand over a receipt and you're back in service.
Why Owner-Operators & Fleets Choose Richardson
- Driver miscalculated range and ran out of diesel between truck stops on I-81
- Faulty fuel gauge showed 1/4 tank but the truck actually shut down
- DEF light escalated into a 5 MPH derate near Wilkes-Barre
- Reefer trailer ran out of fuel overnight in a shipper's yard
- Owner-operator on a tight budget needed just enough diesel to reach the next Pilot / Flying J / Loves
- Fleet truck stranded at a warehouse dock waiting to load
- Winter cold gelled the fuel and the truck wouldn't restart after a fill
- Bobtail tractor bought used with an empty tank and no way to move it
How much does semi truck fuel delivery cost?
The honest answer: it depends on where you are, how much diesel you need, and the time of day. Our pricing is simple you pay the current per-gallon diesel price for the fuel we deliver, plus a flat mobile service fee based on your distance from Scranton, PA. We quote the total on the phone before we dispatch. No hidden fees, no surprise fuel surcharges, no games.
We accept credit/debit cards, cash, Comdata, EFS Checks and most major fleet cards. Company drivers have your dispatcher call us directly and we’ll bill accordingly.
What to do while you wait for the fuel truck
- Get the truck as far onto the shoulder as safely possible and turn on 4-ways.
- Set out reflective triangles per FMCSA rules 10 ft, 100 ft and 200 ft behind the truck.
- Do not keep cranking the engine on a dry tank you'll pull more air into the fuel system and make priming harder.
- Have your exact location ready (mile marker, nearest exit, GPS coordinates).
- Note whether you need DEF as well as diesel we'll bring both in one trip.
- Stay in the cab with your seatbelt on if traffic is heavy. Your safety comes before the truck.
What Drivers Say About Us
Service area | 50 miles around Scranton, PA
We deliver diesel to semi trucks anywhere in Northeast Pennsylvania and along the major freight corridors I-81, I-84, I-380, I-476 (PA Turnpike Northeast Extension), US-6 and US-11. If you’re stranded at a rest area, weigh station, warehouse, or on the shoulder, we can reach you.
- Scranton, PA
- Wilkes-Barre, PA
- Stroudsburg, PA
- Tunkhannock, PA
- Mount Pocono, PA
- New Milford, PA
Frequently Asked Questions
How fast can you deliver diesel to a stranded semi truck?
Our average on-scene time across Scranton, Wilkes-Barre and the I-81 / I-84 / I-380 corridors is 30–60 minutes, 24 hours a day. Once you call (570) 309-2516, we dispatch the nearest fuel truck immediately and text you an ETA.
What semi-truck tire sizes do you replace on-site?
We typically deliver 20 to 100 gallons of on-road diesel enough to get you to the next truck stop or your delivery. Need a larger drop for a fleet or yard? Let dispatch know when you call and we’ll bring the right volume.
Do you deliver DEF (Diesel Exhaust Fluid) too?
Yes. If your truck is in DEF derate or shutdown, we can bring sealed DEF jugs along with your diesel so you’re fully back in service before we leave.
What does emergency semi truck fuel delivery cost?
You pay the current local diesel price per gallon plus a flat mobile service fee based on distance from Scranton, PA. We quote the total up front on the phone no surprise charges when we arrive.
Are you DOT-compliant and insured?
Most modern semis self-prime after a dry-tank refill, but some older Detroit, Cummins and CAT setups need a hand-prime or a scan tool. Our mobile mechanic can prime and bleed the system on-site so you’re not stuck cranking on the shoulder.
Which highways and areas do you cover?
We run 24/7 along I-81, I-84, I-380, I-476 (PA Turnpike NE Extension), US-6 and US-11, covering Scranton, Wilkes-Barre, Stroudsburg, Tunkhannock, Mount Pocono, New Milford and everything within a 50-mile radius of Scranton.
Can you fuel a reefer trailer or generator too?
Absolutely. We regularly top off reefer tanks so drivers don’t lose their load while they wait for the tractor to get moving.
Out of fuel right now? We're already rolling.?
Call Richardson Roadside Assistance and a real dispatcher will pick up 24/7. Diesel and DEF delivered to your semi anywhere within 50 miles of Scranton, PA.