NHTSARecalled Oct 19, 2016 · #16V757000
Hinge Cracks may cause Hopper Detachment
Hazard
Vehicle safety defect
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Johnston North America (Johnston) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 VT651 and VT801 street sweepers manufactured May 1, 2013, to October 13, 2016. The affected street sweepers have tipping hinges that may crack, allowing the hopper to detach from the chassis. If the hopper detaches, it can increase the risk of injury to those nearby.
Product details
- Product
- Hinge Cracks may cause Hopper Detachment
- Type
- Vehicle
- Manufacturer
- Johnston North America
- Model numbers
- VT651, VT801
- UPCs
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What you should do
Johnston will notify owners, and dealers will install a reaction beam to increase the torsional stiffness of the body and stabilize the tipping pivot brackets, free of charge. The recall began on November 4, 2016. Owners may contact Johnston customer service at 1-704-658-1333.