NHTSA Recall 17V656000: Frame and members (structure)
Smeal Holding LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 74 vehicles. It affects 2010–2017 Smeal Aerial.
| NHTSA campaign | 17V656000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 17024 |
| Component | STRUCTURE › FRAME AND MEMBERS |
| Report received | October 16, 2017 |
| Owner notification | December 8, 2017 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Smeal Holding, Inc. (Smeal) is recalling certain 2010-2017 Aerial Fire Apparatus vehicles. The torque frame may crack at the notched area.
Safety risk
A cracked frame may cause the aerial device to be unstable, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
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.
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 17V656000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.