The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·10V350000·Announced 2010-07-29

Elgin Broom Bear Sweepers Recalled for Suspension Weld Defect

Elgin Sweeper Company is recalling 2007-2010 Broom Bear street sweepers because rear suspension welds may crack, potentially causing loss of steering control.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (suspension welds) that can cause loss of steering control, with the source explicitly stating this may result in personal injury or death.

Plain-English summary

Elgin Sweeper Company is recalling certain model year 2007 through 2010 Broom Bear street sweepers. These vehicles are mounted in International 4300 chassis only and were manufactured from May 2007 through March 2010.

The recall addresses a defect where the chassis suspension rear control arms and tower may not have been properly welded to specification. If the welds crack, the control arms or tower can separate from the axle. Should this occur while the vehicle is in motion, the operator can lose steering control, possibly resulting in personal injury or death.

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 the Elgin Service Department at 1-877-342-5374 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
ELGIN BROOM BEAR
Brand
ELGIN
Manufacturer
ELGIN SWEEPER COMPANY
Category
Vehicle — Street Sweeper
Hazard
Affected units
52

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • BROOM BEAR

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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