Elgin Sweeper Company – Auxiliary Pump may Overheat Resulting in Fire

Elgin Sweeper Company (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.


Report Received Date 05/09/2013
NHTSA ID 13V192000
Consequence Summary If the auxiliary pump is operated for an extended period of time, the unit could overheat and melt wiring, possibly resulting in a fire.
Corrective Action 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.
Recall Code SB-0116
Potentially Affected 15
Fire Risk When Parked No
Do Not Drive No
Recall Link Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=13V192000)

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