Recalls for 2006 Elgin Broom Bear

DEFECT #1 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE

Posted on: 2008-01-29
Description
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.  

Consequence
The exhaust temperature could ignite the debris.  Personnel near the street sweeper could be injured or property damage could occur.

Corrective Action
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.

Notes
Customers 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 http://www.safercar.gov.