2017–2018 Reading Truck Master Mechanic Crane Recall: Crane solenoid may overheat and cause the crane to lose function
NHTSA campaign 20V044000 · Electrical System · filed Jan 24, 2020 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
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.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
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.
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.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Reading Truck | Master Mechanic Crane | 2017, 2018 |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 20V044000. Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.