2017 Smeal Aerial Fire Apparatus | 2018 Smeal Aerial Fire Apparatus | 2019 Smeal Aerial Fire Apparatus — Equipment
Published May 1, 2019 · Recall initiated: April 30, 2019
Summary
NHTSA records recall 19V337000, published May 1, 2019 and initiated April 30, 2019. Recalling firm: Smeal Holding, LLC; 2017 Smeal Aerial Fire Apparatus | 2018 Smeal Aerial Fire Apparatus | 2019 Smeal Aerial Fire Apparatus — Equipment.
What's the hazard
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.
What to do
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.
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Recall details
- Brand
- SMEAL
- Model
- AERIAL FIRE APPARATUS
- Manufacturer
- Smeal Holding, LLC
- Lot
- 2017 SMEAL AERIAL FIRE APPARATUS | 2018 SMEAL AERIAL FIRE APPARATUS | 2019 SMEAL AERIAL FIRE APPARATUS
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2017 Smeal Aerial Fire Apparatus | 2018 Smeal Aerial Fire Apparatus | 2019 Smeal Aerial Fire Apparatus — Equipment recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 19V337000 on May 1, 2019. Reported hazard: 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.
What should I do if I have this product?
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.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: SMEAL. Model: AERIAL FIRE APPARATUS.