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Recalls 2
Suspension
- What is wrong
- Elgin sweeper is recalling certain model year 2007 through 2010 broom bear street sweepers, mounted in international 4300 chassis only, manufactured from may 2007 through march 2010. The chassis suspension rear control arms and tower may not have been properly welded to specification.
- Risk
- The welds can crack causing the control arms or tower to separate from the axle. Should this occur while the vehicle is motion, the operator can loose steering control possibly resulting in personal injury or death.
- Remedy
- 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 elgin service department at 1‑877‑342‑5374.
Recall number 10V350000 · Recall details
Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system: manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
- What is wrong
- On certain sweepers equipped with compressed natural gas (cng), sweeping debris may build up in front of the rear axle and in the exhaust discharge pipe. Under heavy sweeping conditions, the cng exhaust temperatures can exceed 800 degrees.
- Risk
- The exhaust temperature could ignite the debris. Personnel near the street sweeper could be injured or property damage could occur.
- Remedy
- Elgin will install a new exhaust system in these vehicles that will redirect the exhaust discharge away from the elevator system and debris. The recall began on february 1, 2008. Owners may contact elgin at 1‑877‑342‑5374.
Recall number 08V038000 · Recall details
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Is the 2007 Elgin Broom Bear reliable?
Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2007 Elgin Broom Bear.
What is the most common problem with the 2007 Elgin Broom Bear?
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How many recalls does the 2007 Elgin Broom Bear have?
2 recalls, covering suspension and engine and engine cooling.
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