SMEAL 2001 SMEAL AERIAL Recall
Hazard assessment based on recall description.
This AI-generated summary is provided for general informational purposes only and is derived from publicly available recall notices. It supplements but does not replace official agency classifications or safety instructions.
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2001 SMEAL AERIAL
Brand
SMEAL
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2001
Smeal Fire Apparatus Co., Inc. is recalling certain 2001 SMEAL AERIAL vehicles due to equipment issues. A guardrail that bends or breaks under load can increase the risk of injury..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
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.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
A guardrail that bends or breaks under load can increase the risk of injury.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
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.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026