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2024-2026 Smeal Aerial, Smeal Mid Mount Aerial and others recall: motor/hydraulic pump

Smeal Holding, LLC reported this safety recall on October 30, 2025. It covers about 29 vehicles.

vehicles affected
29
reported
Oct 30, 2025
owners notified
Dec 17, 2025

Equipment: mechanical: boom/crane/ladder: motor/hydraulic pump

What is wrong
Smeal Holding, LLC (Smeal) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Rear Mount Platform, Mid Mount Platform Aerial, and 2024, 2026 125' Aerial emergency response vehicles. A defective crimp may cause the high-pressure hydraulic hose to separate and leak hydraulic fluid.
Risk
A fluid leak may cause a loss of hydraulic functions, increasing the risk of injury. Additionally, a hydraulic fluid leak in the presence of an ignition source, such as hot engine or exhaust components, increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the high-pressure hydraulic hose assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 17, 2025. Owners may contact Smeal's customer service at 1‑800‑867‑6478. Smeal's number for this recall is 25011.

Recall number 25V742000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 25V742000

Is there a recall on the 2024-2026 Smeal Aerial, Smeal Mid Mount Aerial and others motor/hydraulic pump?

Yes. Recall 25V742000, reported on October 30, 2025, covers about 29 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 25V742000?

Dealers will inspect and replace the high-pressure hydraulic hose assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 17, 2025. Owners may contact Smeal's customer service at 1‑800‑867‑6478. Smeal's number for this recall is 25011.

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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