Recalls for 2002 Smeal Aerial

1 total recalls found.
DEFECT #1 - EQUIPMENT
Posted on: 2016-12-09Description
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