Recall 25V742000: Smeal Holding, LLC, equipment:mechanical:boom/crane/ladder:motor/hydraulic pump
Reported 2025-10-30 · vehicle recall · 29 units
Problem
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.
Risk
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.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| SMEAL | AERIAL | 2024 |
| SMEAL | AERIAL | 2026 |
| SMEAL | MID MOUNT AERIAL | 2024 |
| SMEAL | MID MOUNT AERIAL | 2025 |
| SMEAL | REAR MOUNT AERIAL | 2024 |
| SMEAL | REAR MOUNT AERIAL | 2025 |
| Manufacturer campaign | 25011 |
|---|---|
| Initiated by | MFR |
| Owner letters | 2025-12-17 |
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