NHTSA recall 06V415000
Structure
Elgin Road Wizard and 1 more
Reported Oct 27, 2006263 vehicles affectedELGIN SWEEPER COMPANYBuilt Apr 1, 2005 – Oct 30, 2006
The defect
On certain street sweepers, the hopper pivot hinges or hopper dump cylinder mounts could crack or separate resulting in structural failure.
The risk
This could result in death or severe injury to people on or near the vehicle, as well as property damage.
The remedy
Elgin sweeper will install redesigned pivot and dump weld attachments free of charge. the recall began on november 9, 2006. owners may contact elgin at 1-877-342-5374.