Smeal Aerial recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

December 9, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Smeal Holding, LLC recalls 1997–2016 Smeal Aerial, Aerial Fire Apparatus

Recall number

16V887000

Brand / firm

Smeal

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 216 units

Why it was recalled

A guardrail that bends or breaks under load can increase the risk of injury.

What was recalled

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.

What to do

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.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.