Recall 25V742 covers 29 2024-2026 Smeal aerial emergency vehicles for high-pressure hydraulic hose separation. Repair is free at any franchised Smeal dealer.
Smeal is recalling 29 2024-2026 Rear Mount Aerial, Aerial, and Mid Mount Aerial emergency response vehicles because a defective crimp can let a high-pressure hydraulic hose separate and leak fluid. The leak can cause loss of hydraulic functions and raise fire risk near hot engine or exhaust parts; Smeal dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The 2024-2026 Smeal Rear Mount Aerial, Aerial, and Mid Mount Aerial emergency response vehicles use high-pressure hydraulic hoses to move fluid through the aerial equipment. The hose fitting is the metal end that holds the hose to the hydraulic system. Its crimp is the squeezed connection that keeps the hose locked in place while the system is under pressure.
On affected vehicles, the crimp on the hydraulic hose fitting was not made to the supplier's specification. Smeal traced the issue to the wrong crimping ring being used after a hose part change, and to the hose not being inserted fully into the fitting. Under pressure, that weak connection can let the hose separate and leak hydraulic fluid.
There is no warning sign before failure. The hose can separate without an earlier noise, light, or visible symptom for the operator to catch.
Who's affected?
Covers the Rear Mount Aerial, Aerial, and Mid Mount Aerial across the 2024, 2025, and 2026 model years, with the same motor/hydraulic pump component listed for each scope.
| 2025 Smeal Rear Mount Aerial | Motor/hydraulic pump |
|---|---|
| 2024 Smeal Rear Mount Aerial | Motor/hydraulic pump |
| 2024 Smeal Aerial | Motor/hydraulic pump |
| 2026 Smeal Aerial | Motor/hydraulic pump |
| 2025 Smeal Mid Mount Aerial | Motor/hydraulic pump |
| 2024 Smeal Mid Mount Aerial | Motor/hydraulic pump |
| Units affected | 29 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 3 field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
A hydraulic fluid leak can reduce hydraulic function, increasing the risk of injury. If the fluid reaches hot engine or exhaust components, fire risk increases. This can happen without warning, so schedule the recall inspection soon and avoid using equipment that shows any hydraulic problem or leak. Repair is free at any franchised Smeal dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2024-2026 Smeal Rear Mount Aerial, Aerial, or Mid Mount Aerial is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Smeal dealer to schedule the free high-pressure hydraulic hose inspection and replacement that fixes the defective crimp and fluid-leak risk.
- Bring the owner letter mailed by Smeal, or reference recall number 25V742 when you call.
- Avoid operating the aerial hydraulic equipment until Smeal completes the inspection and any needed hose replacement.
- Keep the vehicle away from ignition sources if you see hydraulic fluid leaking, and tell the dealer before moving it.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Smeal technician inspects the high-pressure hydraulic hose assembly for a defective crimp, separation, or signs of hydraulic fluid leakage. If the hose assembly needs replacement, the technician replaces it under the recall. Parts and labor are covered. Smeal used its general reimbursement plan on file for this campaign, so owners who already paid for a related hose repair can ask Smeal customer service about documented expense reimbursement.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| October 30, 2025 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| December 8, 2025 | Dealer notification began |
| December 12, 2025 | Dealer notification ended |
| December 17, 2025 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 25V742?
Recall 25V742 covers 29 2024-2026 Smeal Rear Mount Aerial, Aerial, and Mid Mount Aerial emergency response vehicles. A defective crimp can let a high-pressure hydraulic hose separate and leak fluid. Smeal dealers will inspect and replace the hose assembly as needed for free.
What should I do if my 2024-2026 Smeal Rear Mount Aerial, Aerial, or Mid Mount Aerial is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific emergency response vehicle is included in recall 25V742. If it is, contact a Smeal dealer to schedule the hydraulic hose inspection and any needed replacement. Reference Smeal recall number 25011 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Smeal dealers will inspect the high-pressure hydraulic hose assembly and replace it as needed free of charge.
What is the safety risk in recall 25V742?
The safety risk is loss of hydraulic function and fire risk from leaking hydraulic fluid. If the hose separates, hydraulic fluid can leak, which can affect aerial equipment operation and create a fire risk near hot engine or exhaust components.
When were owners notified about recall 25V742?
Smeal mailed owner notification letters on December 17, 2025. If your department or agency did not receive a letter, check your VIN and contact Smeal customer service at 1-800-867-6478 or a Smeal dealer with recall number 25011.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/25V742000 |
|---|---|
| Smeal customer service | 1-800-867-6478 |
| NHTSA recall # | 25V742 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 25V742000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 19, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →