2020 Smeal Aerial recalls and problems
The 2020 Smeal Aerial has 2 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Smeal dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2020 Smeal Aerial vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2020 Smeal Aerial recalls
Recall 21V-029: Equipment
Problem: Smeal Holding, LLC (Smeal) is recalling certain 2009-2020 Aerial Fire Apparatus vehicles equipped with a positional waterway trolley. If the operator attempts to both extend the ladder, and shift from one mode to the other at the same time, the locking tabs can be broken off the locking arms.
Risk: A damaged positional waterway trolley can become disconnected from the ladder and drop to the ground, increasing the risk of injury or death.
Fix: Smeal will notify owners, and dealers will adjust the proximity switches for those units equipped with a positional waterway mode shift timer interlock system, free of charge. The recall began on March 25, 2021. Owners may contact Smeal customer service at 1-800-867-6478.
Recall 21V-005: Equipment
Problem: Smeal Holding, LLC (Smeal) is recalling certain 2020 Aerial and Pumper vehicles, equipped with battery-powered 3600 wireless remote controller units used to control the movement of electric firefighting monitors in firefighting vehicles. The monitor is used to direct the water stream and adjust the spray pattern. The wireless remote controller's sleep mode is disabled, which results in the batteries discharging faster than normal.
Risk: Inability to use the wireless remote controller may hinder the firefighting efforts, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Smeal will notify owners, and dealers will ask the customer to return the affected controller to Akron Brass for a software update, free of charge. The recall began on January 15, 2021. Owners may contact Smeal customer service at 1-800-867-6478. Smeal's number for this recall is 20-17.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2020 Smeal Aerial have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2020 Smeal Aerial: 21V-029 (equipment), 21V-005 (equipment). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Are Smeal recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Smeal dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.