Safety Recall NHTSA · 04E067000 Reported September 8, 2004

Reading/tailgate cable breaks

Q: What is recall 04E067000?

NHTSA recall 04E067000 was issued by Reading Truck Group Llc on September 8, 2004. It addresses: Reading/tailgate cable breaks. The recall affects approximately 19,100 vehicles , with the defect involving the N/A component.

Q: Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls . NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

Q: How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Reading Truck Group Llc · N/A · 19,100 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

04E067000

Manufacturer Campaign

NR (Not Reported)

Manufacturer

Reading Truck Group Llc

Component

N/A

Vehicles Affected

19,100

Recall Type

Equipment

Report Received

September 8, 2004

Defect Summary

Certain galvanized tailgate cables for use on heavy trucks p/n 14600301 and 14600341. water gets trapped in the covering around the steel cable, eventually corroding it. during use, the cable(s) can break, allowing the tailgate to drop down.

Safety Consequence

Should the tailgate drop down, it could cause injuries to the user.

Corrective Action

Reading will notify its customer and replace the tailgate cables with stainless steel cables. the recall began on december 13, 2004. 2004. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact reading at 610-775-3301.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Reading Truck Group Llc dealer and reference recall ID 04E067000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

View Official NHTSA Notice →

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FAQ: Recall 04E067000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 04E067000?

NHTSA recall 04E067000 was issued by Reading Truck Group Llc on September 8, 2004. It addresses: Reading/tailgate cable breaks. The recall affects approximately 19,100 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Reading Truck Group Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 04E067000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.