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Recalls for 2001 Smeal Aerial

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DEFECT #1 - EQUIPMENT


Posted on: 2016-12-09
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.

Consequence
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.