NHTSA vehicle safety data
2016 Elgin Broom Bear Recalls, Ratings & Complaints
The 2016 Elgin Broom Bear has 2 NHTSA recall campaigns and 0 owner complaints on file as of October 16, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Elgin dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2016 Elgin Broom Bear. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
NHTSA #18V865000Reported December 5, 2018 · Elgin Sweeper Company Inc.
Potentially affected: 1,230 vehicles
Defect description
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."
Safety consequence
If the parking brake applies unexpectedly, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Manufacturer 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.
EQUIPMENT
NHTSA #17V278000Reported April 26, 2017 · Elgin Sweeper Company Inc.
Potentially affected: 217 vehicles
Defect description
Elgin Sweeper Company Inc. (Elgin) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Eagle-F, Broom Bear-H, and Road Wizard street sweepers. The main broom flap support end cap may detach from the sweeper.
Safety consequence
If the main broom flap support end cap detaches from the sweeper, it may be a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Elgin will notify owners, and dealers will replace the main broom flap support end cap with a newly designed part, free of charge. The recall began on May 11, 2017. Owners may contact Elgin customer service at 1-877-342-5374. Elgin's number for this recall is SB-0201.
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.
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