Structure: frame and membersRecall 17V-656 · 2010–2017 Smeal Aerial
Smeal Holding LLC recall 17V-656 covers 74 2010–2017 Smeal Aerial for a structure: frame and members problem, reported to NHTSA on October 16, 2017. The manufacturer's latest report (2019 Q1) shows 59% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 17V656000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Smeal Holding, Inc. (Smeal) is recalling certain 2010-2017 Aerial Fire Apparatus vehicles. The torque frame may crack at the notched area.
The risk
A cracked frame may cause the aerial device to be unstable, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Smeal will notify owners, and dealers will repair the cracks and add a reinforcement, free of charge. The recall began on December 8, 2017. Owners may contact Smeal customer service at 1-800-543-5008. Smeal's number for this recall is 17024.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
59%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.