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2016-2017 Smeal Aerial Fire Apparatus recall: equipment

Smeal Holding LLC reported this safety recall on July 20, 2017. It covers about 109 vehicles.

vehicles affected
109
reported
Jul 20, 2017
owners notified
Aug 10, 2017

Equipment

What is wrong
Smeal Fire Apparatus Co., Inc. (Smeal) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Aerial Fire Apparatus emergency vehicles. The hydraulic manifold that controls the aerial device may not be fully seated, possibly resulting in a hydraulic fluid leak.
Risk
The hydraulic fluid leak may result in inadvertent movement of the aerial device, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Smeal will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the mating surface of the hydraulic manifold, correcting the problem as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on August 10, 2017. Owners may contact Smeal customer service at 1‑800‑543‑5008. Smeal's number for this recall is 17019.

Recall number 17V463000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 17V463000

Is there a recall on the 2016-2017 Smeal Aerial Fire Apparatus equipment?

Yes. Recall 17V463000, reported on July 20, 2017, covers about 109 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 17V463000?

Smeal will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the mating surface of the hydraulic manifold, correcting the problem as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on August 10, 2017. Owners may contact Smeal customer service at 1‑800‑543‑5008. Smeal's number for this recall is 17019.

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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