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🔥 Fire riskNHTSA 20V044📅 Jan 24, 2020

2017–2018 Reading Truck Master Mechanic Crane recall: electrical system

⚠️ What's wrong

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.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
20V044000
Manufacturer
Reading Truck Body, LLC
Vehicles affected
189
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Owner phone
1-800-458-2226
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Feb 14, 2020
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
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.

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 20V044 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 20V044?

2017–2018 Reading Truck Master Mechanic Crane. 189 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Reading Truck dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-800-458-2226.