Vehicle recall 16V757000 · October 19, 2016
Johnston VT651 and VT801
The affected street sweepers have tipping hinges that may crack, allowing the hopper to detach from the chassis.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- 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.
- Consequence
- If the hopper detaches, it can increase the risk of injury to those nearby.
- Remedy
- 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.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 16V757000
- Reported to NHTSA
- October 19, 2016
- Filed by
- Johnston North America
- Owner notification
- November 4, 2016
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 214
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Structure › Body
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Johnston VT651 (2013-2016): 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013
- Johnston VT801 (2013-2016): 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013
Has your Johnston been repaired?
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NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. A Johnston dealer can also check your VIN. Recall repairs are free.