Vehicle recall 22V182000 · March 24, 2022
2019-2021 Reading Truck Master Mechanic Crane
The Power Take Off (PTO) Timer Delay Relay module is mounted under the hood instead of in the vehicle cab, subjecting it to moisture which can lead to corrosion and cause the…
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- Reading Truck Body, LLC (Reading) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Master Mechanic Crane Body & Upfit vehicles. The Power Take Off (PTO) Timer Delay Relay module is mounted under the hood instead of in the vehicle cab, subjecting it to moisture which can lead to corrosion and cause the module to overheat.
- Consequence
- Overheating of the PTO Timer module increases the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the PTO Timer module, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 13, 2022. Owners may contact Reading's customer service at 1-610-775-3301.
- 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.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 22V182000
- Reported to NHTSA
- March 24, 2022
- Filed by
- Reading Truck Body, LLC
- Owner notification
- May 13, 2022
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 187
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Equipment › Mechanical › Boom/crane/ladder; Electrical system
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Reading Truck Master Mechanic Crane (2019-2021): 2021, 2020, 2019
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