Recall 17V278000: 2016–2017 Elgin Broom Bear, 2016–2017 Elgin Eagle, 2016–2017 Elgin Road Wizard
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Apr 26, 2017
- Vehicles affected
- 217
- Models
- 3
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Elgin Sweeper Company Inc. (Elgin) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Eagle-F, Broom Bear-H, and Road Wizard street sweepers. The main broom flap support end cap may detach from the sweeper.
The risk
If the main broom flap support end cap detaches from the sweeper, it may be a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Elgin will notify owners, and dealers will replace the main broom flap support end cap with a newly designed part, free of charge. The recall began on May 11, 2017. Owners may contact Elgin customer service at 1-877-342-5374. Elgin's number for this recall is SB-0201.
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
- 2016 Elgin Broom Bear
- 2017 Elgin Broom Bear
- 2016 Elgin Eagle
- 2017 Elgin Eagle
- 2016 Elgin Road Wizard
- 2017 Elgin Road Wizard
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 17V278000
- Manufacturer campaign
- SB-0201
- Manufacturer
- Elgin Sweeper Company Inc.
- Owner letters
- May 11, 2017
- Components
- Equipment (Other / Unknown)
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