NHTSA Campaign 13V192000

EQUIPMENT

Issued by Elgin Sweeper Company Inc. · Reported May 9, 2013 · 15 vehicles affected

What's wrong

Elgin Sweeper Company Inc. (Elgin) is recalling certain model year 2006-2012 Crosswind J Alternative Fuel street sweepers, serial numbers J3285, J3260D, J3261D, J3300D, J3367, J3368D, J3370D, J3385D, J3424D, J3426D, J3453D, J3472D, and J3513D. Extended use of the auxiliary hydraulic pump may cause it to overheat and fail.

Consequence

If the auxiliary pump is operated for an extended period of time, the unit could overheat and melt wiring, possibly resulting in a fire.

Remedy

Elgin will notify owners, and dealers will test the electrical draw on the system. If the system is within parameters then the pump solenoid will be replaced, if not, then the complete pump and solenoid will be replaced. The recall began during May 2013. Customers may contact Vactor Customer Service by calling 1-877-342-5374. Elgin's recall campaign number is SB-0116.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
ELGIN CROSSWIND J 2006 15
ELGIN CROSSWIND J 2007 15
ELGIN CROSSWIND J 2008 15
ELGIN CROSSWIND J 2009 15
ELGIN CROSSWIND J 2010 15
ELGIN CROSSWIND J 2011 15
ELGIN CROSSWIND J 2012 15

Source: NHTSA Campaign 13V192000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.