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2024 Reading Truck Equipment RM-78 Crane Body Recalls, Ratings & Complaints
The 2024 Reading Truck Equipment RM-78 Crane Body has 1 NHTSA recall campaign and 0 owner complaints on file as of October 16, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Reading Truck Equipment dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2024 Reading Truck Equipment RM-78 Crane Body. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS
NHTSA #24V305000Reported April 29, 2024 · Reading Truck Body LLC
Potentially affected: 54 vehicles
Defect description
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."
Safety consequence
Incorrectly mounted taillights can reduce the vehicle's visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
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.
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.nhtsa.gov.
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