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NHTSARecalled May 9, 2013 · #13V192000

Auxiliary Pump may Overheat Resulting in Fire

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

Elgin Sweeper Company Inc. (Elgin) is recalling certain model year 2006-2012 Crosswind J Alternative Fuel street sweepers, serial numbers J3285, J3260D, J3261D, J3300D, J3367, J3368D, J3370D, J3385D, J3424D, J3426D, J3453D, J3472D, and J3513D. Extended use of the auxiliary hydraulic pump may cause it to overheat and fail. If the auxiliary pump is operated for an extended period of time, the unit could overheat and melt wiring, possibly resulting in a fire.

Product details

Product
Auxiliary Pump may Overheat Resulting in Fire
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Elgin Sweeper Company, Inc.
Model numbers
2012 Crosswind, J3285, J3260D, J3261D, J3300D, J3367, J3368D, J3370D, J3385D, J3424D, J3426D, J3453D, J3472D, J3513D
UPCs

What you should do

Elgin will notify owners, and dealers will test the electrical draw on the system. If the system is within parameters then the pump solenoid will be replaced, if not, then the complete pump and solenoid will be replaced. The recall began during May 2013. Customers may contact Vactor Customer Service by calling 1-877-342-5374. Elgin's recall campaign number is SB-0116.

View the official CPSC notice