Recall 19V337000
EQUIPMENT
Report Date
20190430
Component
EQUIPMENT
Affected Vehicles
3 models
Defect Description
Smeal Holding LLC (Smeal) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Aerial Fire Apparatus vehicles. The tube steel used in the base rail of the aerial device may be missing joint welds, which may cause the aerial device to become unsteady and possibly collapse.
Safety Consequence
The aerial device may collapse increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Smeal has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the aerial devices, replacing any sections with missing welds, free of charge. The recall began May 13, 2019. Owners may contact Smeal customer service at 1-800-867-6478. Smeal's number for this recall is 1911.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | SMEAL | AERIAL FIRE APPARATUS |
| 2018 | SMEAL | AERIAL FIRE APPARATUS |
| 2019 | SMEAL | AERIAL FIRE APPARATUS |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.