Electrical systemRecall 20V-044 · 2017–2018 Reading Truck Master Mechanic Crane
Reading Truck Body, LLC recall 20V-044 covers 189 2017–2018 Reading Truck Master Mechanic Crane for a electrical system problem, reported to NHTSA on January 24, 2020. The manufacturer's latest report (2021 Q3) shows 87% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 20V044000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Reading Truck Body, LLC. is recalling certain 2017-2018 Master Mechanic Series Crane Truck Bodies. The crane solenoid may overheat and cause the crane to lose function.
The risk
If left unattended, the overheated solenoid can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix
Reading Truck will notify owners, and dealers will replace the solenoid, free of charge. The recall began February 14, 2020. Owners may contact Reading Truck customer service at 1-800-458-2226.
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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
87%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA. 10 vehicles were listed as unreachable.