Recall
Johnston Vt801 — 16V757000
NHTSA ID
16V757000
Make
Johnston
Model
Vt801
Years Affected
2013
Recall Date
2016-10-19
Component
STRUCTURE:BODY
Units Affected
214
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
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
If the hopper detaches, it can increase the risk of injury to those nearby.
Remedy
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.