NHTSA Recall 17V214000: Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (service brakes)
Schwarze Industries, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 129 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Schwarze A7 Tornado Street Sweeper.
| NHTSA campaign | 17V214000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | airbrake upgrade kit |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, AIR › SUPPLY › HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
| Report received | March 28, 2017 |
| Owner notification | April 13, 2017 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Schwarze Industries, Inc. (Schwarze) is recalling certain 2013-2017 A7 Tornado, A8 Twister, A9 Monsoon, and M6 Avalanche street sweepers. The air brake systems on these vehicles may have been manufactured with the wrong fittings, causing the brake lines to leak air, possibly resulting in the vehicle stopping unexpectedly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Brake Systems."
Safety risk
If the brakes apply and the vehicle stops unexpectedly, it can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Schwarze will notify owners, and dealers will replace the incompatible air brake line fittings, free of charge. The recall began on April 13, 2017. Owners may contact Schwarze customer service at 1-800-879-7934.
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 17V214000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Schwarze A7 Tornado Street Sweeper | 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 |
| Schwarze A8 Twister Street Sweeper | 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 |
| Schwarze A9 Monsoon Street Sweeper | 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 |
| Schwarze M6 Avalanche Street Sweep | 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 |
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.