1998 Athey M8A recalls
2 NHTSA recall campaigns naming the 1998 Athey M8A. Last verified Jul 30, 2026. Recalls may apply only to certain VIN ranges — always confirm with a VIN check.
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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.
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- Dec 11, 2001Safety1997–1999 Athey M8A, 1997–1999 Athey M9B, 1997–1999 Athey M9D — Service Brakes, Air
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: STREET SWEEPERS EQUIPPED WITH MERITOR WABCO PHASE 1, D-VERSION ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS), FAIL TO COMPLY TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 105, "HYDRAULIC AND ELECTRIC BRAKE SYSTEMS." AN INTERNAL DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM IN THE ABS MAY NOT DETECT AN EXTREME WHEEL SPEED SENSOR AIR GAP. SUCH A CONDITION COULD POSSIBLY OCCUR DURING (1) ORIGINAL ASSEMBLY OR (2) SUBSEQUENT WHEEL END SERVICE.
01V130003 · 160 units · ENVIRONMENTAL PRODUCTS GROUP
- May 18, 2001Crash risk1997–1999 Athey M8A, 1997–1999 Athey M9B, 1997–1999 Athey M9D — Service Brakes, Hydraulic
ON CERTAIN STREET SWEEPERS, THE LEFT HAND FRONT BRAKE TORQUE PLATE IS SUSCEPTIBLE TO FAILURE.
01V164000 · 309 units · ELGIN SWEEPER COMPANY