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2017-2019 Smeal Aerial Fire Apparatus recall: equipment

Smeal Holding LLC reported this safety recall on April 30, 2019. It covers about 12 vehicles.

vehicles affected
12
reported
Apr 30, 2019
owners notified
May 13, 2019

Equipment

What is wrong
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.
Risk
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.

Recall number 19V337000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 19V337000

Is there a recall on the 2017-2019 Smeal Aerial Fire Apparatus equipment?

Yes. Recall 19V337000, reported on April 30, 2019, covers about 12 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 19V337000?

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.

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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