Defect Description For Recall
On Certain Sweepers Equipped With Compressed Natural Gas (Cng), Sweeping Debris May Build Up In Front Of The Rear Axle And In The Exhaust Discharge Pipe. Under Heavy Sweeping Conditions, The Cng Exhaust Temperatures Can Exceed 800 Degrees.
Make Of Vehicle
ELGIN
Model Of Vehicle
BROOM BEAR
Year
2007
Recall Campaign Number
08V038000
Component Description
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe
Effect Of Defect
The Exhaust Temperature Could Ignite The Debris. Personnel Near The Street Sweeper Could Be Injured Or Property Damage Could Occur.
Fix Defect
Elgin Will Install A New Exhaust System In These Vehicles That Will Redirect The Exhaust Discharge Away From The Elevator System And Debris. The Recall Began On February 1, 2008. Owners May Contact Elgin At 1-877-342-5374.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Elgin Sweeper Company
Start Of Manufacture
20060601
End Of Manufacture
20080115
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
66
Date Owners Notified
20080201
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Elgin Sweeper Company, Inc.
Date Report Received
20080128