Recall 17V656000: 2010–2017 Smeal Aerial
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Oct 16, 2017
- Vehicles affected
- 74
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Smeal Holding, Inc. (Smeal) is recalling certain 2010-2017 Aerial Fire Apparatus vehicles. The torque frame may crack at the notched area.
The risk
A cracked frame may cause the aerial device to be unstable, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Smeal will notify owners, and dealers will repair the cracks and add a reinforcement, free of charge. The recall began on December 8, 2017. Owners may contact Smeal customer service at 1-800-543-5008. Smeal's number for this recall is 17024.
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
- 2010 Smeal Aerial
- 2011 Smeal Aerial
- 2012 Smeal Aerial
- 2013 Smeal Aerial
- 2014 Smeal Aerial
- 2015 Smeal Aerial
- 2016 Smeal Aerial
- 2017 Smeal Aerial
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 17V656000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 17024
- Manufacturer
- Smeal Holding LLC
- Owner letters
- Dec 8, 2017
- Components
- Structure:frame and members (Body & Structure)
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