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2010-2011 Elgin Megawind-MX recall: fan

Elgin Sweeper Company reported this safety recall on May 5, 2011. It covers about 19 vehicles.

vehicles affected
19
reported
May 5, 2011
owners notified
May 30, 2011

Engine and engine cooling: cooling system: fan

What is wrong
Elgin sweeper is recalling certain model year model 2010-2011 megawind sweepers with tier- iii john deere auxiliary engines manufactured from february 2010 through april 2011. Under heavy operating conditions and high auxiliary engine speed, the fans may fail and the fan blades could separate from the base of the fan and the blades or debris from the blades could leave the fan housing.
Risk
Small pieces of fan debris could exit the vehicle in 2 openings in the exterior of the vehicle. A person performing a repair could be injured.
Remedy
Elgin sweeper will notify owners and install a new radiator fan on a belt-driven pulley and new mounting hardware. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on may 30, 2011. Owners may contact elgin customer service department at 1‑877‑342‑5374.

Recall number 11V268000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 11V268000

Is there a recall on the 2010-2011 Elgin Megawind-MX fan?

Yes. Recall 11V268000, reported on May 5, 2011, covers about 19 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 11V268000?

Elgin sweeper will notify owners and install a new radiator fan on a belt-driven pulley and new mounting hardware. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on may 30, 2011. Owners may contact elgin customer service department at 1‑877‑342‑5374.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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