Smeal Holding, Llc | NHTSA Recall #17V721000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 17V721000 by Smeal Holding, Llc. Affecting 2013-2017 aerial and pumper fire apparatus vehicles, equipped with hale pressure relief valves in the water pumps used for fire fighting Includes 20 affected units, Water Pressure Relief valve may Open, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2013-2017 aerial and pumper fire apparatus vehicles, equipped with hale pressure relief valves in the water pumps used for fire fighting

Defect Summary

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.

Corrective Action

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.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 17V721000
Manufacturer: Smeal Holding, Llc
Report Received Date: 2017-11-16T00:00:00
Subject: Water pressure relief valve may open
Component: Equipment
Potentially Affected Units: 20

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 17028
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: 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.
Consequence Summary: A reduction in water pressure may hinder fire fighting efforts, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action: 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.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 60

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NHTSA ID: 17V721000
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Created At: 1742808662
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