Reading Panel Body recalled over injury risk

Recall date

April 5, 2018

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Reading Truck Group LLC recalls Reading Panel Body

Recall number

18E021000

Brand / firm

Reading

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 12,028 units

Why it was recalled

Damaged turn signal wiring can cause the turn signals to function improperly, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Reading Truck Body, LLC. (Reading) is recalling certain 78 inch, 82 inch, 98 inch, 108 inch and 132 inch Standard Production Single and Dual Wheel Panel Bodies. The bottom flange of the rear cross member may crack where the truck body sits on the chassis frame, potentially damaging the turn signal wiring.

What to do

Reading will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the panel body for cracks, and either install reinforcement brackets, or replace the truck body, free of charge. The recall began on June 1, 2018. Owners may contact Reading customer service at 1-800-458-2226.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.