Recall 25V742000 — EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:BOOM/CRANE/LADDER:MOTOR/HYDRAULIC PUMP Defect in 2024-2026 SMEAL REAR MOUNT AERIAL
RECALL This recall affects up to 29 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 25V742000 |
| Manufacturer | Smeal Holding, LLC |
| Vehicles Affected | 29 |
| Component | EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:BOOM/CRANE/LADDER:MOTOR/HYDRAULIC PUMP |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
Smeal Holding, LLC (Smeal) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Rear Mount Platform, Mid Mount Platform Aerial, and 2024, 2026 125' Aerial emergency response vehicles. A defective crimp may cause the high-pressure hydraulic hose to separate and leak hydraulic fluid.
Safety Consequence
A fluid leak may cause a loss of hydraulic functions, increasing the risk of injury. Additionally, a hydraulic fluid leak in the presence of an ignition source, such as hot engine or exhaust components, increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the high-pressure hydraulic hose assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 17, 2025. Owners may contact Smeal's customer service at 1-800-867-6478. Smeal's number for this recall is 25011.
Related Recalls for SMEAL
| Campaign | Vehicle | Component | Date | Affected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23V808000 | 2022 SMEAL AERIAL | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING | 69 | |
| 21V810000 | 2021 SMEAL PUMPER | EQUIPMENT | 1 | |
| 21V029000 | 2012 SMEAL AERIAL | EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:BOOM/CRANE/LADDER | 343 | |
| 21V005000 | 2020 SMEAL AERIAL | EQUIPMENT | 2 | |
| 19V337000 | 2017 SMEAL AERIAL FIRE APPARATUS | EQUIPMENT | 12 | |
| 17V721000 | 2016 SMEAL AERIAL | EQUIPMENT | 20 | |
| 17V656000 | 2011 SMEAL AERIAL | STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS | 74 | |
| 17V463000 | 2017 SMEAL AERIAL FIRE APPARATUS | EQUIPMENT | 109 | |
| 16V887000 | 2008 SMEAL AERIAL | EQUIPMENT | 216 | |
| 16V663000 | 2016 SMEAL AERIAL FIRE APPARATUS | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 6 |