NHTSA Recall 11V268000: Fan (engine and engine cooling)
ELGIN SWEEPER COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 19 vehicles. It affects 2010–2011 Elgin Megawind-Mx.
| NHTSA campaign | 11V268000 |
|---|---|
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › COOLING SYSTEM › FAN |
| Report received | May 5, 2011 |
| Owner notification | May 30, 2011 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Elgin sweeper is recalling certain model year model 2010-2011 megawind sweepers with tier- iii john deere auxiliary engines manufactured from february 2010 through april 2011. Under heavy operating conditions and high auxiliary engine speed, the fans may fail and the fan blades could separate from the base of the fan and the blades or debris from the blades could leave the fan housing.
Safety risk
Small pieces of fan debris could exit the vehicle in 2 openings in the exterior of the vehicle. A person performing a repair could be injured.
Remedy
Elgin sweeper will notify owners and install a new radiator fan on a belt-driven pulley and new mounting hardware. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on may 30, 2011. Owners may contact elgin customer service department at 1-877-342-5374.
Notes
Customers may 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 11V268000
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.