NHTSA Recall 08V038000: Manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe (engine and engine cooling)
ELGIN SWEEPER COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 66 vehicles. It affects 2006–2008 Elgin Broom Bear.
| NHTSA campaign | 08V038000 |
|---|---|
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › EXHAUST SYSTEM › MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE |
| Report received | January 28, 2008 |
| Owner notification | February 1, 2008 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain sweepers equipped with compressed natural gas (cng), sweeping debris may build up in front of the rear axle and in the exhaust discharge pipe. Under heavy sweeping conditions, the cng exhaust temperatures can exceed 800 degrees.
Safety risk
The exhaust temperature could ignite the debris. Personnel near the street sweeper could be injured or property damage could occur.
Remedy
Elgin will install a new exhaust system in these vehicles that will redirect the exhaust discharge away from the elevator system and debris. The recall began on february 1, 2008. Owners may contact elgin at 1-877-342-5374.
Notes
Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 08V038000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.