2007 Elgin Broom Bear
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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These records cover every 2007 Elgin Broom Bear. To see whether one car still needs a recall repair, decode its VIN or check it with NHTSA.
Recalls
2 recalls name the 2007 Elgin Broom Bear. Newest first.
Elgin sweeper IS recalling certain model year 2007 through 2010 broom bear street sweepers, mounted in international 4300 chassis only, manufactured from may 2007 through march 2010. the chassis suspension rear control arms and tower may not have been properly welded to specification.
Risk and remedy
Risk
The welds can crack causing the control arms or tower to separate from the axle. should this occur while the vehicle IS motion, the operator can loose steering control possibly resulting in personal injury or death.
Remedy
Elgin sweeper will notify owners and repairs will be performed by certified welders free of charge. the safety recall began on august 16, 2010. owners may contact elgin service department at 1-877-342-5374.
On certain sweepers equipped with compressed natural gas (CNG), sweeping debris may build up in front of the rear axle and in the exhaust discharge pipe. under heavy sweeping conditions, the CNG exhaust temperatures can exceed 800 degrees.
Risk and remedy
Risk
The exhaust temperature could ignite the debris. personnel near the street sweeper could be injured or property damage could occur.
Remedy
Elgin will install a new exhaust system in these vehicles that will redirect the exhaust discharge away from the elevator system and debris. the recall began on february 1, 2008. owners may contact elgin at 1-877-342-5374.
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10041729Elgin: overnight the hopper door will drift open.
- 10024984Elgin - hose support fso kit 1089043. Broom bear sweepers prior to h1838d. Model year unknown.
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