NHTSA Recall 17V721000: Equipment
Smeal Holding LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 20 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Smeal Aerial.
| NHTSA campaign | 17V721000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 17028 |
| Component | EQUIPMENT |
| Report received | November 16, 2017 |
| Owner notification | December 11, 2017 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Smeal Holding LLC (Smeal) is recalling certain 2013-2017 Aerial and Pumper Fire Apparatus vehicles, equipped with Hale pressure relief valves in the water pumps used for fire fighting. Rings securing the valves may corrode over time after exposure to water, causing the ring to fail and the pressure relief valve to open, reducing the water pressure available for fire fighting.
Safety risk
A reduction in water pressure may hinder fire fighting efforts, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Smeal will notify owners, and Hale service providers will install a remedy kit, free of charge. The recall began on December 11, 2017. Owners may contact Smeal customer service at 1-800-543-5008 or Hale customer service at 1-800-533-3569. Smeal's number for this recall is 17028.
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 17V721000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Smeal Aerial | 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 |
| Smeal Pumper | 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 |
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.