ELGIN CROSSWIND J 2006: EQUIPMENT

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 13V192000

Make Model Year
ELGIN CROSSWIND J 2006
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2013-05-20 2013-05-09 2013-05-13

Manufacturers Involved: Elgin Sweeper Company, Inc.

Manufacturer Campaign Number: SB-0116

Component: EQUIPMENT

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 15

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

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.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY: 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.safercar.gov.