Smeal Holding, Llc | NHTSA Recall #16V583000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 16V583000 by Smeal Holding, Llc. Affecting model year 2015-2016 smeal aerial and pumper fire trucks manufactured july 16, 2015, to august 1, 2016 Includes 88 affected units, Transmission May Not Switch from Road to Pump Mode, component: POWER TRAIN, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2015-2016 smeal aerial and pumper fire trucks manufactured july 16, 2015, to august 1, 2016

Defect Summary

Smeal fire apparatus co., inc. (smeal) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 smeal aerial and pumper fire trucks manufactured july 16, 2015, to august 1, 2016. the affected vehicles may be equipped with certain c20 and c21 split-shaft transmissions from waterous. this transmission sends power to the wheels of an emergency response vehicle or powers an add-on unit such as a water pump used for fighting fires. a component within the shift unit may be damaged and as a result, the operator may not be able to switch the power output.

Corrective Action

Smeal will notify owners, and dealers will remove the shift unit assembly and replace the clevis pin and retaining rings, free of charge. the recall began on september 12, 2016. owners may contact smeal customer service at 1-877-415-8628.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 16V583000
Manufacturer: Smeal Holding, Llc
Report Received Date: 2016-08-04T00:00:00
Subject: Transmission may not switch from road to pump mode
Component: Power Train
Potentially Affected Units: 88

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Smeal fire apparatus co., inc. (smeal) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 smeal aerial and pumper fire trucks manufactured july 16, 2015, to august 1, 2016. the affected vehicles may be equipped with certain c20 and c21 split-shaft transmissions from waterous. this transmission sends power to the wheels of an emergency response vehicle or powers an add-on unit such as a water pump used for fighting fires. a component within the shift unit may be damaged and as a result, the operator may not be able to switch the power output.
Consequence Summary: If the power output cannot be changed, once the fire truck arrives at the scene, it may not be able to pump water to aid in extinguishing the fire, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action: Smeal will notify owners, and dealers will remove the shift unit assembly and replace the clevis pin and retaining rings, free of charge. the recall began on september 12, 2016. owners may contact smeal customer service at 1-877-415-8628.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 98.86

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NHTSA ID: 16V583000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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