Safety Recall NHTSA · 20V044000 Reported January 24, 2020

Crane solenoid may overheat

Reading Truck Group Llc · N/A · 189 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
20V044000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
189
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
January 24, 2020
Completion Rate
90.66

Defect Summary

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.

Safety Consequence

If left unattended, the overheated solenoid can increase the risk of a fire.

Corrective Action

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.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Reading Truck Group Llc dealer and reference recall ID 20V044000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 20V044000

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

What is recall 20V044000?

NHTSA recall 20V044000 was issued by Reading Truck Group Llc on January 24, 2020. It addresses: Crane solenoid may overheat. The recall affects approximately 189 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 20V044000 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.