Recall 11V-268: 2010–2011 Elgin Megawind-MX

ELGIN SWEEPER COMPANY recall for engine and engine cooling, reported to NHTSA on May 5, 2011, covering about 19 vehicles.

NHTSA number
11V-268
Report date
May 5, 2011
Vehicles affected
19
Owners notified
May 30, 2011

The problem

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.

The 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.

The fix

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.

Notes

Customers may 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.

Recall details

ManufacturerELGIN SWEEPER COMPANY
ComponentEngine and Engine Cooling › Cooling System › Fan
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number11V268000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Elgin Megawind-MX2010, 2011All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 11V-268?

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.

How is recall 11V-268 fixed?

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?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.