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- EQUIPMENT
- Problem
- Schwarze Industries, Inc. (Schwarze) is recalling certain 2012-2020 Avalanche M6TE, M6SE, and M6SE CNG street sweepers. The outside switch box that controls the position of the conveyor may activate unintentionally while the vehicle is running.
- Risk
- Unintentional activation of the switch box can advance the conveyor, presenting a crushing hazard between the conveyor and hopper, and increasing the risk of injury or death.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install a kit containing an outside switch guard and two crushing hazard warning decals, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 23, 2021. Owners may contact Schwarze's customer service at 1-800-879-7934.
- 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.nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
On certain Avalanche street sweepers, the outside switch box that controls the conveyor position can activate by itself while the vehicle is running. This can move the conveyor unexpectedly and create a crushing hazard between the conveyor and the hopper.
An unintended conveyor movement can cause serious injury or death to anyone caught in that gap. Owners should treat these vehicles with caution and keep people clear of the conveyor and hopper area while the engine is running.
The repair is free. An authorized dealer will install a kit that includes an outside switch guard and two crushing hazard warning decals. Owners who have not received a notice can contact Schwarze customer service at 1-800-879-7934, and should check their vehicle identification number for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Schwarze M6 Avalanche CNG | 201220132014201520162017201820192020 |
|---|---|
| Schwarze M6 Avalanche Street Sweep | 201220132014201520162017201820192020 |