NHTSA Vehicles recall ·
Reading Truck Body Service Parts recall: After Hitch Install, Fuel Tank Strap May Be Loose
- Recall number
- 24E090000
- Date
- Manufacturer
- Reading Truck Equipment LLC
- Category
- Vehicles
- Recall type
- Equipment
- Units affected
- 116
- Hazard tags
- Crash risk
Read the official NHTSA notice ↗
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Reading Truck Body | Service Parts | — |
Not every vehicle of these models is affected. Enter your 17-character VIN on NHTSA.gov to check your vehicle.
Why was it recalled?
Reading Truck Equipment LLC (Reading) is recalling certain Curt trailer hitches with part numbers 15402 and 15845, installed on 2023-2024 Ford F350 and F550 vehicles. To install the hitch, the fuel tank was dropped, and the fuel tank strap fasteners were not properly tightened when the tank was re-installation.
Consequence
An improperly secured fuel tank can separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
What should you do?
Dealers will inspect and tighten the fuel strap fasteners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 4, 2024. Owners may contact Reading customer service at 1-800-458-2226.
Manufacturer campaign number
NR (Not Reported)
Source: NHTSA (vehicles), recall 24E090000. Official notice. Republished from public data; RecallFlag is not affiliated with the NHTSA.