Johnston North America | NHTSA Recall #16V757000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 16V757000 by Johnston North America. Affecting model year 2013-2016 vt651 and vt801 street sweepers manufactured may 1, 2013, to october 13, 2016 Includes 214 affected units, Hinge Cracks may cause Hopper Detachment, component: STRUCTURE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2013-2016 vt651 and vt801 street sweepers manufactured may 1, 2013, to october 13, 2016

Defect Summary

Johnston north america (johnston) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 vt651 and vt801 street sweepers manufactured may 1, 2013, to october 13, 2016. the affected street sweepers have tipping hinges that may crack, allowing the hopper to detach from the chassis.

Corrective Action

Johnston will notify owners, and dealers will install a reaction beam to increase the torsional stiffness of the body and stabilize the tipping pivot brackets, free of charge. the recall began on november 4, 2016. owners may contact johnston customer service at 1-704-658-1333.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 16V757000
Manufacturer: Johnston North America
Report Received Date: 2016-10-19T00:00:00
Subject: Hinge cracks may cause hopper detachment
Component: Structure
Potentially Affected Units: 214

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Johnston north america (johnston) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 vt651 and vt801 street sweepers manufactured may 1, 2013, to october 13, 2016. the affected street sweepers have tipping hinges that may crack, allowing the hopper to detach from the chassis.
Consequence Summary: If the hopper detaches, it can increase the risk of injury to those nearby.
Corrective Action: Johnston will notify owners, and dealers will install a reaction beam to increase the torsional stiffness of the body and stabilize the tipping pivot brackets, free of charge. the recall began on november 4, 2016. owners may contact johnston customer service at 1-704-658-1333.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 100

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NHTSA ID: 16V757000
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