READING READING PANEL BODY Recall
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According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
READING PANEL BODY
Brand
READING
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Reading Truck Body, LLC. is recalling certain READING PANEL BODY equipment due to structure issues. Damaged turn signal wiring can cause the turn signals to function improperly, increasing the risk of a crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
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.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
Damaged turn signal wiring can cause the turn signals to function improperly, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
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.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026