Vehicle recall 18V865000 · December 5, 2018
Elgin Broom Bear, Crosswind and 3 more models
The T-fitting installed on the air brake system may fail, causing air to leak, potentially resulting in the parking brake applying unexpectedly.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- Elgin Sweeper Company Inc. (Elgin) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Elgin Broom Bear, Crosswind, Eagle, Road Wizard, and Whirl Wind street sweepers. The T-fitting installed on the air brake system may fail, causing air to leak, potentially resulting in the parking brake applying unexpectedly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Brake Systems," and 106, "Brake Hoses."
- Consequence
- If the parking brake applies unexpectedly, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Elgin will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the street sweepers and replace the T-fittings, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 27, 2019. Owners may contact Elgin customer service at 1-877-342-5374.
- 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
- 18V865000
- Reported to NHTSA
- December 5, 2018
- Filed by
- Elgin Sweeper Company Inc.
- Manufacturer campaign
- SB-0220
- Owner notification
- February 27, 2019
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 1,230
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Service brakes, air
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Elgin Broom Bear (2015-2018): 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015
- Elgin Crosswind (2015-2018): 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015
- Elgin Eagle (2015-2018): 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015
- Elgin Road Wizard (2015-2018): 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015
- Elgin Whirlwind (2015-2018): 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015
Has your Elgin been repaired?
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