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Elgin Crosswind Recall 18V054: Debris Under Cab Can Touch Exhaust, Raising Fire Risk

NHTSA campaign 18V054, reported January 15, 2018, 7 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Certain 2017 Elgin Crosswind street sweepers may allow debris to collect under the cab area, where it can contact the exhaust system. Flammable debris touching a hot exhaust can increase the risk of a fire.

Elgin will notify owners, and authorized dealers will install an exhaust wrap (part FSO 1127691) that eliminates the exposure to debris. The repair is free of charge. The recall began on December 5, 2017.

If you own a 2017 Crosswind, contact Elgin customer service at 1-877-342-5374 and check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 18V054Elgin Sweeper Company Inc.
Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
Problem
Elgin Sweeper Company Inc. (Elgin) is recalling certain 2017 Crosswind street sweepers. Debris may collect under the cab area and contact the exhaust system.
Risk
If flammable debris contacts the exhaust system, it can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Elgin will notify owners and dealers will install the FSO 1127691 exhaust wrap which will eliminate the exposure to debris, free of charge. The recall began on December 5, 2017. Owners may contact Elgin customer service at 1-877-342-5374.
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

Elgin Crosswind2017