2015-2016 Smeal Aerial, Smeal Aerial Fire Apparatus and others recall: manual transmission

Smeal Fire Apparatus Co., Inc. reported this safety recall on August 4, 2016. It covers about 88 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 88
reported: Aug 4, 2016
owners notified: Sep 12, 2016

Power train: manual transmission

What is wrong: Smeal Fire Apparatus Co., Inc. (Smeal) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Smeal Aerial and Pumper fire trucks manufactured July 16, 2015, to August 1, 2016. The affected vehicles may be equipped with certain C20 and C21 split-shaft transmissions from Waterous. This transmission sends power to the wheels of an emergency response vehicle or powers an add-on unit such as a water pump used for fighting fires. A component within the shift unit may be damaged and as a result, the operator may not be able to switch the power output.
Risk: If the power output cannot be changed, once the fire truck arrives at the scene, it may not be able to pump water to aid in extinguishing the fire, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Smeal will notify owners, and dealers will remove the shift unit assembly and replace the clevis pin and retaining rings, free of charge. The recall began on September 12, 2016. Owners may contact Smeal customer service at 1‑877‑415‑8628.

Recall number 16V583000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 16V583000

Is there a recall on the 2015-2016 Smeal Aerial, Smeal Aerial Fire Apparatus and others manual transmission?

Yes. Recall 16V583000, reported on August 4, 2016, covers about 88 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 16V583000?

Smeal will notify owners, and dealers will remove the shift unit assembly and replace the clevis pin and retaining rings, free of charge. The recall began on September 12, 2016. Owners may contact Smeal customer service at 1‑877‑415‑8628.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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