Defect Description For Recall
On Certain Street Sweepers, The Left Hand Front Brake Torque Plate Is Susceptible To Failure.
Make Of Vehicle
ATHEY
Model Of Vehicle
M8A
Year
1998
Recall Campaign Number
01V164000
Component Description
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Effect Of Defect
This Condition Could Result In A Loss Of Vehicle Braking, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Modify These Vehicles. Owner Notification Is Expected To Begin During September 2002. Owners Who Take Their Vehicles To An Authorized Dealer On An Agreed Upon Service Date And Do Not Receive The Free Remedy Within A Reasonable Time Should Contact Elgin At 1-847-741-5370.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Elgin Sweeper Company
Start Of Manufacture
End Of Manufacture
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
309
Date Owners Notified
Initiated By
Odi
Responsible Manufacturer
Athey Products Corp.
Date Report Received
20010518