Semi Truck Mobile Mechanic Scranton, PA On-Site Diesel Repair, 24/7
Broken down on I-81, I-84, I-380 or the PA Turnpike? Richardson Roadside Assistance sends a certified diesel mobile mechanic straight to your truck day or night so you get back rolling fast, without an expensive tow to a shop.
- 24/7 live dispatch
- 50-mile service radius
- Class 7 & Class 8 trucks
- Steer, drive & trailer tires on-site
When your truck stops, your money stops. We fix that on the spot.
A semi-truck breakdown in Northeast Pennsylvania is more than an inconvenience every hour parked is lost revenue, missed deliveries, HOS pressure, and a dispatcher blowing up your phone. Towing a Class 8 tractor to the nearest shop can cost thousands and burn an entire day. In most cases, you don’t need a tow. You need a semi-truck mobile mechanic who shows up where you are, with the right parts and tools, and gets you rolling again.
That’s exactly what Richardson Roadside Assistance does. We are a 24/7 mobile diesel repair and heavy-duty roadside service based in Scranton, PA, serving a 50-mile radius across the I-81, I-84, I-380 and I-476 corridors. Owner-operated by Daniel J. Richardson, we specialize in Class 7 and Class 8 tractors, box trucks, dump trucks and trailers with cars and light trucks as a secondary service. Trucks are our focus. Trucks are what we fix best.
Whether you’re stuck at a truck stop off I-81 in Wilkes-Barre, shut down at a dock in Scranton, or stranded on the shoulder near Mount Pocono, one call to (570) 309-2516 gets a real mechanic not a call center dispatched to your location.
Semi-Truck Mobile Mechanic Services
Every service below is performed on-site at the roadside, truck stop, rest area, warehouse dock, or yard anywhere inside our 50-mile service radius around Scranton, PA.
Semi-Truck On-Site Mobile Mechanic
Full mobile diesel repair for Class 7 and Class 8 tractors. We diagnose and repair engine no-starts, air brake and air system leaks, ABS and dash faults, DEF and regen issues, coolant leaks, alternator and starter failures, sensors, wiring, lights, 7-way plugs, and more. If it can be fixed on the shoulder, we fix it on the shoulder.
- Engine no-start & hard-start diagnostics
- Air leaks, glad hands, air dryers, valves
- Starter, alternator & battery replacement
- DEF, aftertreatment & regen support
- Lights, wiring, 7-way & trailer electrical
Semi-Truck Tire Replacement
Blowouts don’t wait for shop hours. We come to you with commercial tires and the equipment to swap steer, drive and trailer tires on the roadside or in the yard. Fast mount, balance where needed, and torque to spec so you can legally roll.
- Steer, drive & trailer tire replacement
- Flat tire repair & plug when safe
- Blowout & road-gator cleanup
- DOT-compliant tread checks
Semi-Truck Fuel Delivery
Ran out of diesel between exits? We deliver emergency diesel fuel directly to your truck so you can reach the next station without a tow. Available 24/7 across NEPA.
- Emergency diesel delivery
- DEF top-off available
- Gasoline for light trucks & cars
Heavy-Duty Roadside Assistance
Jump-starts, lockouts, winch-outs and towing coordination for when a repair isn’t enough. If the truck has to move, we help move it.
- Heavy-duty jump-start service
- Winch-out for stuck trucks
- Towing & recovery coordination
- Junk vehicle removal
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Common Semi-Truck Problems We Solve On-Site
Most breakdowns come down to a handful of failure points. Here’s what we get called out for, day and night, on the highways around Scranton, Wilkes-Barre and the Poconos.
Truck won’t start
Dead batteries, bad starters, fuel issues, no-crank / no-start diagnostics.
Air brake won’t release
Frozen valves, air leaks, dryer failures released and repaired on-site.
Blowout on I-81
Steer, drive, or trailer tire replacement at the shoulder, 24/7.
Out of diesel
Emergency fuel delivered so you can reach the next Pilot, Flying J, or TA.
ABS / dash lights
Sensor and wiring diagnostics with a real scan tool, not guesswork.
Regen / DEF problems
Forced regens, DEF sensor issues, and aftertreatment troubleshooting.
Coolant leak
Hose, clamp, and thermostat repairs before you overheat.
7-way / trailer lights
Wiring, connector, and light fixes to keep you DOT legal.
Stuck in mud / snow
Winch-out service to get you back on the pavement.
How Our Mobile Mechanic Service Works
Call dispatch
A live person answers 24/7. Tell us your location, truck, and the problem.
Get an honest ETA
We quote a service fee and give you a real ETA before we roll.
On-site repair
Our mobile mechanic arrives with tools, tires, and common parts.
Back on the road
We test, torque, document, and get you legally rolling again.
Customer Reviews for Richardson Roadside Assistance
Service Area | 50 Miles Around Scranton, PA
Based at 1516 W Gibson St, Scranton, PA 18504, we cover a 50-mile radius across Northeast Pennsylvania. If you break down anywhere on I-81, I-84, I-380, I-476 (Northeast Extension of the PA Turnpike) or US-6 inside that radius, we can get to you. Not sure if you’re in our zone? Call (570) 309-2516 dispatch will confirm coverage and give you an honest ETA before you commit.
- Scranton, PA
- Wilkes-Barre, PA
- Stroudsburg, PA
- Tunkhannock, PA
- Mount Pocono, PA
- New Milford, PA
Frequently Asked Questions
How fast can a semi-truck mobile mechanic reach me in Scranton, PA?
Richardson Roadside Assistance typically dispatches a mobile diesel mechanic within 30–60 minutes anywhere inside our 50-mile service area around Scranton, PA, including I-81, I-84, I-380 and I-476. Exact ETA depends on your location, weather, and traffic — call (570) 309-2516 for a live ETA.
What semi-truck repairs can you do on-site?
Our mobile mechanics handle most roadside and lot-side repairs on Class 7 and Class 8 trucks: air brake issues, air leaks, ABS faults, DEF and regen problems, starter and alternator replacement, batteries and jump-starts, coolant and hose leaks, fuel filters, sensors, lights, and full tire changes for steer, drive, and trailer tires.
Do you work on trucks 24 hours a day?
Yes. We operate 24/7, including nights, weekends, and holidays. Breakdowns don’t follow a schedule and neither do we a live dispatcher answers every call.
How much does a semi-truck mobile mechanic cost?
Pricing depends on the repair, parts required, distance, and time of day. We quote a clear service call fee and labor rate up front before any work begins, and we accept most fleet cards and major payment methods.
Do you deliver diesel fuel to stranded trucks?
Yes. We offer emergency diesel fuel delivery for semi-trucks that have run dry on the highway, in truck stops, or at loading docks across NEPA.
Which areas do you cover?
We serve a 50 miles radius from Scranton, PA including Wilkes-Barre, Stroudsburg, Tunkhannock, Mount Pocono, and New Milford, plus the surrounding I-81, I-84, I-380, I-476 (PA Turnpike NE Extension) and Route 6 corridors.
Broken down right now? Call before you tow?
24/7 semi-truck mobile mechanic, tire replacement and fuel delivery across Scranton, Wilkes-Barre, Stroudsburg, Tunkhannock, Mount Pocono, New Milford and everywhere in between.