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2003 Smeal Aerial recalls

There is 1 safety recall on record for the 2003 Smeal Aerial, covering 216 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.

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EquipmentReported December 9, 2016 · 216 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Smeal Fire Apparatus Co., Inc. (Smeal) is recalling certain model year 1997-2016 Rear Mount Aerial Platform Apparatus emergency vehicles manufactured January 1, 1997, to November 30, 2016. The affected vehicles are equipped with a movable ladder access guardrail that may bend or break under heavy loads.
Risk
A guardrail that bends or breaks under load can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Smeal will notify owners, and dealers will add a support to the opposite side of the guardrail, free of charge. The recall began on January 11, 2017. Owners may contact Smeal customer service at 1‑877‑415‑8628.

Recall number 16V887000 · Recall details

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How many recalls does the 2003 Smeal Aerial have?

1, covering equipment.

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