Exterior lighting: tail lightsRecall 24V-305 · 2022–2024 Reading Truck Equipment RM-78 Crane Body
Reading Truck Body LLC recall 24V-305 covers 54 2022–2024 Reading Truck Equipment RM-78 Crane Body for a exterior lighting: tail lights problem, reported to NHTSA on April 29, 2024. The manufacturer's latest report (2026 Q1) shows 85% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 24V305000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Reading Truck Body LLC (Reading) is recalling certain 2022-2024 RM-78 11' and RM-78 14' vehicles. The taillight may be incorrectly positioned, exceeding the maximum allowed height. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
The risk
Incorrectly mounted taillights can reduce the vehicle's visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will relocate the taillights, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 10, 2024. Owners may contact Reading customer service at 1-800-458-2226.
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
85%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.