Defect Description For Recall
Elgin Sweeper Company Inc. (Elgin) Is Recalling Certain 2015-2018 Elgin Broom Bear, Crosswind, Eagle, Road Wizard, And Whirl Wind Street Sweepers. The T-Fitting Installed On The Air Brake System May Fail, Causing Air To Leak, Potentially Resulting In The Parking Brake Applying Unexpectedly. As Such, These Vehicles Fail To Comply With The Requirements Of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (Fmvss) Number 121, “Air Brake Systems,” And 106, “Brake Hoses.”
Make Of Vehicle
ELGIN
Model Of Vehicle
BROOM BEAR
Year
2015
Recall Campaign Number
18V865000
Component Description
Service Brakes, Air
Effect Of Defect
If The Parking Brake Applies Unexpectedly, There Would Be An Increased Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Elgin Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Inspect The Street Sweepers And Replace The T-Fittings, As Necessary, Free Of Charge. The Recall Began February 27, 2019. Owners May Contact Elgin Customer Service At 1-877-342-5374.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Elgin Sweeper Company Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
20151015
End Of Manufacture
20181130
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
1230
Date Owners Notified
20190227
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Elgin Sweeper Company, Inc.
Date Report Received
20181205
Make Campaign Number
SB-0220
Part Number
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard
121