Recall 17V463000: 2016–2017 Smeal Aerial Fire Apparatus
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Jul 20, 2017
- Vehicles affected
- 109
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Smeal Fire Apparatus Co., Inc. (Smeal) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Aerial Fire Apparatus emergency vehicles. The hydraulic manifold that controls the aerial device may not be fully seated, possibly resulting in a hydraulic fluid leak.
The risk
The hydraulic fluid leak may result in inadvertent movement of the aerial device, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Smeal will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the mating surface of the hydraulic manifold, correcting the problem as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on August 10, 2017. Owners may contact Smeal customer service at 1-800-543-5008. Smeal's number for this recall is 17019.
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.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
- 2016 Smeal Aerial Fire Apparatus
- 2017 Smeal Aerial Fire Apparatus
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 17V463000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 17019
- Manufacturer
- Smeal Holding LLC
- Owner letters
- Aug 10, 2017
- Components
- Equipment (Other / Unknown)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology