2016–2017 Elgin Broom Bear, 2016–2017 Elgin Eagle, 2016–2017 Elgin Road Wizard Recall: Main broom flap support end cap may detach from the sweeper
NHTSA campaign 17V278000 · Equipment · filed Apr 26, 2017 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
Elgin Sweeper Company Inc. (Elgin) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Eagle-F, Broom Bear-H, and Road Wizard street sweepers. The main broom flap support end cap may detach from the sweeper.
The risk
If the main broom flap support end cap detaches from the sweeper, it may be a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
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.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
Elgin will notify owners, and dealers will replace the main broom flap support end cap with a newly designed part, free of charge. The recall began on May 11, 2017. Owners may contact Elgin customer service at 1-877-342-5374. Elgin's number for this recall is SB-0201.
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.
Affected vehicles
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 17V278000 (manufacturer number SB-0201). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.