2020 Smeal Aerial | 2020 Smeal Pumper — Equipment
Published January 12, 2021 · Recall initiated: January 12, 2021
Summary
NHTSA records recall 21V005000, published January 12, 2021. Recalling firm: Smeal Holding, LLC; 2020 Smeal Aerial | 2020 Smeal Pumper — Equipment.
What's the hazard
Smeal Holding, LLC (Smeal) is recalling certain 2020 Aerial and Pumper vehicles, equipped with battery-powered 3600 wireless remote controller units used to control the movement of electric firefighting monitors in firefighting vehicles. The monitor is used to direct the water stream and adjust the spray pattern. The wireless remote controller's sleep mode is disabled, which results in the batteries discharging faster than normal.
What to do
Smeal will notify owners, and dealers will ask the customer to return the affected controller to Akron Brass for a software update, free of charge. The recall began on January 15, 2021. Owners may contact Smeal customer service at 1-800-867-6478. Smeal's number for this recall is 20-17.
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Recall details
- Brand
- SMEAL
- Model
- AERIAL
- Manufacturer
- Smeal Holding, LLC
- Lot
- 2020 SMEAL AERIAL | 2020 SMEAL PUMPER
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2020 Smeal Aerial | 2020 Smeal Pumper — Equipment recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 21V005000 on January 12, 2021. Reported hazard: Smeal Holding, LLC (Smeal) is recalling certain 2020 Aerial and Pumper vehicles, equipped with battery-powered 3600 wireless remote controller units used to control the movement of electric firefighting monitors in firefighting vehicles. The monitor is used to direct the water stream and adjust the spray pattern. The wireless remote controller's sleep mode is disabled, which results in the batteries discharging faster than normal.
What should I do if I have this product?
Smeal will notify owners, and dealers will ask the customer to return the affected controller to Akron Brass for a software update, free of charge. The recall began on January 15, 2021. Owners may contact Smeal customer service at 1-800-867-6478. Smeal's number for this recall is 20-17.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: SMEAL. Model: AERIAL.