CarRecallWatch- Component
- EQUIPMENT
- 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.
- 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.
- Remedy
- 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.
What this recall means for you
Certain 2016-2017 Elgin street sweepers may have a main broom flap support end cap that can detach from the sweeper. If the end cap comes loose, it can fall onto the road, creating a hazard for other drivers and increasing the risk of a crash.
Owners will be notified by Elgin. Authorized dealers will replace the main broom flap support end cap with a newly designed part at no cost to the owner. The recall began on May 11, 2017. You can contact Elgin customer service at 1-877-342-5374 and refer to recall number SB-0201.
If you own one of these sweepers, contact an authorized dealer to schedule the free replacement, and check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for any other open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Elgin Broom Bear | 20162017 |
|---|---|
| Elgin Eagle | 20162017 |
| Elgin Road Wizard | 20162017 |