Recall 10V350 covers 52 2007-2010 Elgin Broom Bear street sweepers for rear suspension welds that can crack. Elgin provides certified-welder repairs free.
Elgin is recalling 52 2007-2010 Broom Bear street sweepers mounted on International 4300 chassis because rear suspension control arms and tower welds were not properly made. If the welds crack and the control arms or tower separate from the axle, the operator can lose steering control; the dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
On 2007-2010 Elgin Broom Bear street sweepers mounted on the International 4300 chassis, the rear control arms and suspension tower are part of the rear suspension structure. The control arms help hold the axle in the correct position, and the tower gives those arms a solid mounting point on the chassis. That structure keeps the rear suspension aligned while the sweeper is loaded, turning, and braking.
The recall concerns welds between those suspension parts and the chassis that were not made to specification. A weld is supposed to join the metal pieces so they act as one structure. When the weld is incomplete or weak, load from the rear suspension concentrates at the joint instead of spreading through the frame. Over time, that stress can loosen or damage the mounting area.
There is no warning sign before failure. If the rear suspension mount has a weld problem, the owner is not given a reliable light, sound, or dashboard message before the joint fails.
Who's affected?
Spans the 2007-2010 model years, with the same suspension component listed for each Broom Bear year.
| 2009 Elgin Broom Bear | suspension component |
|---|---|
| 2010 Elgin Broom Bear | suspension component |
| 2007 Elgin Broom Bear | suspension component |
| 2008 Elgin Broom Bear | suspension component |
| Units affected | 52 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle.
What's the safety risk?
Cracked welds can let the control arms or tower separate from the axle. If that separation happens while the sweeper is moving, the operator can lose steering control, creating a risk of injury or death. Schedule the recall repair before putting the vehicle back into service. Repair will be free at any franchised Elgin dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2007-2010 Elgin Broom Bear is included in this recall.
- Call Elgin service department at 1-877-342-5374 for current repair instructions and reference recall number 10V350.
- Ask Elgin where to have the free certified-welder repair completed for the rear suspension control-arm and tower welds that can crack and affect steering control.
- Bring the recall notice if Elgin mailed one, along with any service records tied to the rear suspension repair.
- Avoid operating the sweeper until Elgin confirms whether the weld repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
Elgin's recall notice says owner notification began on August 16, 2010, and the repair is performed by certified welders at no charge. The work addresses the chassis suspension rear control arms and tower on 2007-2010 Broom Bear street sweepers built on International 4300 chassis, where welds were not made to specification. An Elgin service representative can route the vehicle to the certified welding repair process and confirm scheduling instructions before the sweeper is moved in for service.
Timeline
| July 29, 2010 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| August 16, 2010 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 10V350?
NHTSA campaign 10V350 covers 52 2007-2010 Elgin Broom Bear street sweepers mounted on International 4300 chassis. The rear suspension control arms and tower were not welded to specification, so the welds can crack and separate from the axle. Elgin will have certified welders complete the repair for free.
What should I do if my 2007-2010 Elgin Broom Bear is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific street sweeper is included in recall 10V350. If it is, contact Elgin service at 1-877-342-5374 and reference recall 10V350. Elgin will arrange the free certified-welder repair for the rear suspension weld issue.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to correct the safety defect at no cost. For recall 10V350, Elgin says certified welders will perform the repair free of charge.
What is the safety risk in recall 10V350?
The safety risk is loss of steering control if the rear suspension control arms or tower separate from the axle while the street sweeper is moving. NHTSA campaign 10V350 ties that defect to a risk of personal injury or death, and Elgin's free repair addresses the weld issue.
What if I bought my Elgin Broom Bear used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall eligibility follows the VIN, not the current owner or where the street sweeper was purchased. Check your VIN, then call Elgin service at 1-877-342-5374 and reference recall 10V350 if your vehicle is included.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/10V350000 |
|---|---|
| Elgin customer service | 1-877-342-5374 |
| NHTSA recall # | 10V350 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 10V350000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 3, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →