Recall 06V415000: Elgin sweeper company

Report received

Oct 27, 2006

Manufacturer

Elgin sweeper company

Potentially affected

263vehicles

Model years

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Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

On certain street sweepers, the hopper pivot hinges or hopper dump cylinder mounts could crack or separate resulting in structural failure.

Possible consequence

This could result in death or severe injury to people on or near the vehicle, as well as property damage.

Remedy

Elgin sweeper will install redesigned pivot and dump weld attachments free of charge. The recall began on november 9, 2006. Owners may contact elgin at 1-877-342-5374.