Elgin Whirlwind recalls
Every NHTSA recall campaign filed since 2000 that names the Elgin Whirlwind, newest first. Last verified Jul 30, 2026.
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- Dec 5, 2018Crash risk2015–2018 Elgin Broom Bear, 2015–2018 Elgin Crosswind, 2015–2018 Elgin Eagle and 2 other models — Service Brakes, Air
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."
18V865000 · 1K units · Elgin Sweeper Company Inc.
- Aug 20, 2008Crash risk2007–2008 Elgin Whirlwind — Engine and Engine Cooling
ELGIN IS RECALLING 49 MY 2007-2008 WHIRLWIND STREET SWEEPERS WITH TIER III JOHN DEERE AUXILIARY ENGINES. THE AUXILIARY ENGINE RADIATOR FAN IS MOUNTED TO THE CRANKSHAFT OF THE ENGINE. UNDER HEAVY OPERATING CONDITIONS AND HIGH AUXILIARY ENGINE SPEEDS, THE RADIATOR FAN BLADES CAN SEPARATE FROM THE FAN HUB. IF THIS CONDITION OCCURS, FAN BLADES OR DEBRIS FROM THE FAILED FAN BLADES CAN LEAVE THE FAN HOUSING ON THE PASSENGER SIDE OF THE SWEEPER.
08V413000 · 49 units · ELGIN SWEEPER COMPANY