United StatesSmeal is recalling 29 emergency response vehicles: 2024–2025 Rear Mount Platform, Mid Mount Platform Aerial, and 2024 and 2026 125' Aerial models (NHTSA campaign 25V742000, manufacturer recall 25011). A defective crimp on a high‑pressure hydraulic hose can cause the hose to separate and leak hydraulic fluid, risking loss of hydraulic functions and possible fire near hot engine or exhaust components. Dealers will inspect and replace the hose assembly free of charge; owner letters were mailed December 17, 2025 and Smeal can be reached at 1‑800‑867‑6478.
What's being recalled
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.
How to identify it
NHTSA campaign 25V742000; Manufacturer campaign 25011
The hazard
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.
What to do
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.
The official notice
This page is a summary of the notice published by U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, collected from U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Check the original before you act on it.
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