NHTSA Recall 01V164000
NHTSA Campaign Id 01V164000; Date: May. 18, 2001
This condition could result in a loss of vehicle braking, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
1997 Athey M8A; 1998 Athey M8A; 1999 Athey M8A; 1997 Athey M9B; 1998 Athey M9B; 1999 Athey M9B; 1997 Athey M9D; 1998 Athey M9D; 1999 Athey M9D
Component: Service Brakes
Manufactured by: Elgin Sweeper Company
Affected Units:: 309
Recall Summary:
On certain street sweepers, the left hand front brake torque plate is susceptible to failure.
How to Fix:
Dealers will modify these vehicles. Owner notification is expected to begin during September 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact elgin at 1-847-741-5370.
Recall Notes:
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
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