Recall 16V757000: 2013–2016 Johnston VT651, 2013–2016 Johnston VT801
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Oct 19, 2016
- Vehicles affected
- 214
- Models
- 2
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Johnston North America (Johnston) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 VT651 and VT801 street sweepers manufactured May 1, 2013, to October 13, 2016. The affected street sweepers have tipping hinges that may crack, allowing the hopper to detach from the chassis.
The risk
If the hopper detaches, it can increase the risk of injury to those nearby.
The fix
Johnston will notify owners, and dealers will install a reaction beam to increase the torsional stiffness of the body and stabilize the tipping pivot brackets, free of charge. The recall began on November 4, 2016. Owners may contact Johnston customer service at 1-704-658-1333.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
- 2013 Johnston VT651
- 2014 Johnston VT651
- 2015 Johnston VT651
- 2016 Johnston VT651
- 2013 Johnston VT801
- 2014 Johnston VT801
- 2015 Johnston VT801
- 2016 Johnston VT801
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 16V757000
- Manufacturer
- Johnston North America
- Owner letters
- Nov 4, 2016
- Components
- Structure:body (Body & Structure)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology