Recall 18V865000

SERVICE BRAKES, AIR

Report Date
20181205
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
Affected Vehicles
20 models

Defect Description

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."

Safety Consequence

If the parking brake applies unexpectedly, there would be an increased risk of a crash.

Remedy

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.

Affected Vehicles

Year Make Model
2015 ELGIN BROOM BEAR
2015 ELGIN CROSSWIND
2015 ELGIN EAGLE
2015 ELGIN ROAD WIZARD
2015 ELGIN WHIRLWIND
2016 ELGIN BROOM BEAR
2016 ELGIN CROSSWIND
2016 ELGIN EAGLE
2016 ELGIN ROAD WIZARD
2016 ELGIN WHIRLWIND
2017 ELGIN BROOM BEAR
2017 ELGIN CROSSWIND
2017 ELGIN EAGLE
2017 ELGIN ROAD WIZARD
2017 ELGIN WHIRLWIND
2018 ELGIN BROOM BEAR
2018 ELGIN CROSSWIND
2018 ELGIN EAGLE
2018 ELGIN ROAD WIZARD
2018 ELGIN WHIRLWIND

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.