The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·14V469000·Announced 2014-07-31

Schwarze M6000SE CNG Street Sweepers Recalled for Fire Risk

Schwarze is recalling 2009 M6000SE CNG street sweepers because condensation in the intake manifold may freeze, causing sensor failure and potential exhaust fires.

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 risk of vehicle fire and burn injury, which aligns with the rubric criteria for 'Severe' (score 4) involving significant injury reports or high-risk vehicle defects.

Plain-English summary

Schwarze Industries, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2009 Schwarze M6000SE CNG-powered street sweepers equipped with specific Cummins Westport Model ISL G engines. The recall addresses a defect where condensation in the intake manifold may freeze during cold weather conditions. This freezing can interfere with the proper operation of the intake manifold pressure sensor.

The improper operation of the sensor could induce elevated exhaust temperatures or flames from the exhaust pipe. This condition increases the risk of a vehicle fire or burn injury to a person near the exhaust pipe.

Dealers will upload a new ECM calibration free of charge to correct the issue. The recall began in July 2014. Owners may contact Schwarze customer service at 1-800-879-7933 or Cummins Inc. at 1-800-343-7357. Owners may also contact the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
SCHWARZE M6000SE CNG
Brand
SCHWARZE
Manufacturer
Schwarze Industries, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Commercial Street Sweeper
Hazard
Affected units
5

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)

  • M6000SE CNG

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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