Smeal Fire Apparatus Co., Inc. is recalling certain model year 1997-2016 Rear Mount Aerial Platform
— Recall Campaign #16V887000
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.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 216 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
16V887000
| Manufacturer: | Smeal Holding, LLC |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | December 09, 2016 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 16V887000 |
| Units affected: | 216 |
- Description:
- 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.
- Consequeces:
- A guardrail that bends or breaks under load can increase the risk of injury.
- Corrective action:
- 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.
- Notes:
- 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.