2012–2021 Schwarze A7 CNG Street Sweeper, 2012–2021 Schwarze A8 CNG Street Sweeper, 2012–2021 Schwarze A9 CNG Street Sweeper Recall: Lightweight debris, such as leaves, may build up in front of the sweeping…
NHTSA campaign 21V00G000 · Engine and Engine Cooling · filed Dec 22, 2021 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
Alamo Group Inc. (Alamo) is recalling certain 2012-2021 Schwarze A7 CNG, A8 CNG, and A9 CNG street sweepers mounted on Freightliner M2-112 chassis and equipped with a horizontal exhaust system. Lightweight debris, such as leaves, may build up in front of the sweeping head and accumulate against the chassis exhaust system.
The risk
Debris against the exhaust system increases the risk of a fire.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
Dealers will install an exhaust tailpipe extension tube, free of charge. Owners notification letters were mailed on January 14, 2022. Owners may contact Alamo Group customer service at 1-830-379-1480.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Affected vehicles
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 21V00G000. Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.